Waterfall Hikes Near Lowesville, NC

3,567 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lowesville? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lowesville. 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 35.4193°N, -80.9998°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lowesville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Lowesville have live flow data today

Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Great Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Aft 97°F Sunny
Sat 97°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lowesville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Carter Falls Low · 542 cfs 11th percentile
  2. 2 Little Falls Low · 542 cfs 11th percentile
  3. 3 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Moravian Falls Barely Flowing · 348 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lowesville (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.

Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

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

Carter Falls

22.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Lowesville

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

22 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

22.8 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Great Falls of Catawba waterfall

Great Falls of Catawba

25.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

22.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

23.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lowesville

Are there free waterfalls near Lowesville?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lowesville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lowesville?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lowesville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lowesville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Lowesville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lowesville?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Lowesville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lowesville?

The closest waterfall to Lowesville is Great Falls, approximately 37.4 miles away.

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