Waterfall Hikes Near Midway, NC

4,773 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Midway? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Midway. 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 35.9751°N, -80.2204°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Midway

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

5 of 11 waterfalls near Midway are flowing strongly today

Carter Falls Strong Great Falls Roaring Great Falls of Dan Strong White Falls Strong Smith River Falls Strong Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Lower Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Window Falls Barely Flowing Upper Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Tory Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Moderate

Updated 30 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 85°F

Aft 96°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 84°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 85°F Sunny Best
Wed 88°F Sunny
Thu 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Midway

Updated 30 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Great Falls of Dan Strong · 15 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 White Falls Strong · 15 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Smith River Falls Strong · 15 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Carter Falls Strong · 640 cfs 85th percentile
  6. 6 Moravian Falls Moderate · 380 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Midway (4 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.

Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

44 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Tory Falls

44.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Midway (7 waterfalls)

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

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
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Midway

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
Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

44 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Tory Falls

44.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

22 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
White Falls waterfall

White Falls

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

Moravian Falls

22.8 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Midway

Are there free waterfalls near Midway?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Midway, including Carter Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Midway?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Midway, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Midway?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Midway, including Carter Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Midway?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Midway, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Midway?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Midway?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Midway?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Midway have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Midway?

The closest waterfall to Midway is Hidden Falls, approximately 22.4 miles away.

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