Waterfall Hikes Near Forest City, NC

7,357 residents
New York Time Zone
58 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Forest City? There are 58 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Forest City. 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 35.3339°N, -81.8702°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Forest City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

57 of 58 gauged

57 waterfalls near Forest City have live flow data today

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Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Aft 94°F Sunny
Sat 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Forest City

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 28th percentile
  2. 2 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 28th percentile
  3. 3 Rock Creek Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 28th percentile
  4. 4 Bird Rock Falls Low · 82 cfs 13th percentile
  5. 5 Catheys Creek Falls Low · 82 cfs 13th percentile
  6. 6 Connestee Falls Low · 82 cfs 13th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Forest City (11 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.

Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

34.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Forest City (44 waterfalls)

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

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

41.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

35.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

35.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

38.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 58 Waterfalls Near Forest City

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

41.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

34.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

35.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

35.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

35.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

38.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

43.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Turley Falls

39.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

30.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

49.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

37 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

34.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

35.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Shoal Creek Falls waterfall

Shoal Creek Falls

40.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

36.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

37 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

37 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

41.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laughing Falls waterfall

Laughing Falls

20.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Forest City

Are there free waterfalls near Forest City?

There are 40 free waterfalls near Forest City, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Forest City?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Forest City, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Forest City?

There are 44 dog-friendly waterfalls near Forest City, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Forest City?

There are 42 kid-friendly waterfalls near Forest City, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Forest City?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Forest City, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Forest City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Forest City is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Forest City?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Forest City?

Yes, 55 waterfalls near Forest City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Forest City?

The closest waterfall to Forest City is Bradley Falls, approximately 21 miles away.

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