Waterfall Hikes Near King, NC

7,210 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near King? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of King. 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 36.2769°N, -80.3566°W

Map of Waterfalls Near King

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 waterfalls near King have live flow data today

Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Great Falls of Dan Low White Falls Low Smith River Falls Low Hidden Falls Moderate Lower Cascade Falls Moderate Window Falls Moderate Upper Cascade Falls Moderate Tory Falls Moderate Moravian Falls Barely Flowing Styles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Aft 97°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Lab 82°F Partly Sunny
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near King

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Hidden Falls Moderate · 72 cfs 39th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Cascade Falls Moderate · 72 cfs 39th percentile
  3. 3 Window Falls Moderate · 72 cfs 39th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Cascade Falls Moderate · 72 cfs 39th percentile
  5. 5 Tory Falls Moderate · 72 cfs 39th percentile
  6. 6 Great Falls of Dan Low · 12 cfs 18th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near King (5 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.

Tory Falls

44.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

44 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around King (10 waterfalls)

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

Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

42.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

43 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near King

Tory Falls

44.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

42.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Window Falls waterfall

Window Falls

43 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 300 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

44 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

49.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

22.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Great Falls of Dan

47.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

23.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

47.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

35.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

22.8 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

23.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

44.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near King

Are there free waterfalls near King?

There are 10 free waterfalls near King, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near King?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near King, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in King?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near King, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near King?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near King, including Betseys Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near King?

The shortest waterfall hike near King is Betseys Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near King?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around King?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near King have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to King?

The closest waterfall to King is Tory Falls, approximately 8.6 miles away.

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