Waterfall Hikes Near Dillsboro, NC

231 residents
New York Time Zone
102 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dillsboro? There are 102 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dillsboro. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.3706°N, -83.2527°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dillsboro

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

102 of 102 gauged

5 of 102 waterfalls near Dillsboro are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Barely Flowing Anna Ruby Falls Low Bald River Falls Barely Flowing Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Bemis Camp Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Leatherwood Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Santeetlah Bluff Falls Barely Flowing Sassafras Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Stewart Falls Barely Flowing Berties Falls Low Betsy Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate Big Bend Falls Low Kings Creek Falls Low Spoonauger Falls Low Big Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bird Rock Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Schoolhouse Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Low Burningtown Falls Low Cullasaja Falls Low Dry Falls Low Glen Falls Low Highlands Falls Low Satulah Falls Low Cascade Falls Moderate Toccoa Falls Moderate Clearwater Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Reedy Cove Falls Moderate Courthouse Falls Barely Flowing Dill Falls Barely Flowing Lower Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Second Falls Barely Flowing Yellowstone Falls Barely Flowing Woodfin Falls Barely Flowing Upper Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Estatoah Falls Moderate Wilson Falls Moderate Timpson Falls Moderate Flat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Ramsey Cascades Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Haynes Falls Low Hidden Falls Strong Isaqueena Falls Strong Sids Falls Strong High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hooker Falls Barely Flowing Pearsons Falls Barely Flowing Shoal Creek Falls Barely Flowing Turley Falls Barely Flowing Triple Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Queens Falls Moderate Little Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mingo Falls Barely Flowing Mouse Creek Falls Strong Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Reems Creek Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Stekoa Falls Low Soco Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Aft 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 87°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 82°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 86°F Sunny
Thu 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Dillsboro

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Soco Falls Roaring · 897 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Sids Falls Strong · 196 cfs 83rd percentile
  3. 3 Isaqueena Falls Strong · 196 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 Hidden Falls Strong · 196 cfs 83rd percentile
  5. 5 Mouse Creek Falls Strong · 1300 cfs 78th percentile
  6. 6 Queens Falls Moderate · 652 cfs 67th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dillsboro (23 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
8.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dillsboro (67 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

15.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft

All 102 Waterfalls Near Dillsboro

22.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
33.7 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dillsboro

Are there free waterfalls near Dillsboro?

There are 62 free waterfalls near Dillsboro, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dillsboro?

There are 23 easy waterfall hikes near Dillsboro, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dillsboro?

There are 67 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dillsboro, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dillsboro?

There are 71 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dillsboro, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Dillsboro?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Dillsboro, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dillsboro?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dillsboro is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Dillsboro?

The tallest waterfall near Dillsboro is Raven Cliff Falls at 420 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dillsboro?

Yes, 102 waterfalls near Dillsboro have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dillsboro?

The closest waterfall to Dillsboro is Mingo Falls, approximately 8.8 miles away.

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