Waterfall Hikes Near Huntersville, NC

61,202 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Four falls scatter around Huntersville and Lake Norman, each in its own direction. Carter Falls earns the drive north, an easy mile and a half on Big Elkin Creek that climbs 200 feet, dog friendly. Down in South Carolina, the Catawba pushes through rocky channels at Great Falls, two miles of riverside trail. Moravian Falls in Wilkes County needs no hiking at all, 35 feet visible from the car. The unadorned Great Falls listing carries only its name.

Located at 35.4060°N, -80.8716°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Huntersville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Huntersville have live flow data today

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 87°F

Aft 97°F Sunny
Sat 98°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 85°F Partly Sunny
Tue 87°F Sunny Best
Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Huntersville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls Low · 0 cfs 12th percentile
  2. 2 Carter Falls Low · 542 cfs 11th percentile
  3. 3 Moravian Falls Barely Flowing · 359 cfs 6th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Huntersville (2 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.

22.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
22.8 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Huntersville

22 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
25.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
22.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
22.8 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Huntersville

Are there free waterfalls near Huntersville?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Huntersville, including Carter Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Huntersville?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Huntersville, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Huntersville?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Huntersville, including Carter Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Huntersville?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Huntersville, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Huntersville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Huntersville is Carter Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Huntersville?

The tallest waterfall near Huntersville is Moravian Falls at 35 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Huntersville?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Huntersville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Huntersville?

The closest waterfall to Huntersville is Great Falls, approximately 31.3 miles away.

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