Waterfall Hikes Near Mills River, NC

7,100 residents
New York Time Zone
91 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mills River? There are 91 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mills River. 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 35.3853°N, -82.5854°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mills River

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

91 of 91 gauged

1 of 91 waterfalls near Mills River is flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Betsy Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate Big Bend Falls Barely Flowing Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low Bird Rock Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Schoolhouse Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mitchell Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Roaring Spout Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Bradley Falls Barely Flowing Camp Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Toms Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Laughing Falls Barely Flowing Looking Glass Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Slick Rock Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Burningtown Falls Barely Flowing Cullasaja Falls Barely Flowing Dry Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Highlands Falls Barely Flowing Satulah Falls Barely Flowing Buckeye Falls Barely Flowing Spivey Falls Barely Flowing Clearwater Falls Low Lower Falls Low Reedy Cove Falls Low Courthouse Falls Barely Flowing Dill Falls Barely Flowing Lower Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Second Falls Barely Flowing Yellowstone Falls Barely Flowing Woodfin Falls Barely Flowing Upper Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Flat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hooker Falls Barely Flowing Pearsons Falls Barely Flowing Shoal Creek Falls Barely Flowing Turley Falls Barely Flowing Triple Falls Barely Flowing Little Creek Falls Low Mingo Falls Low Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Mouse Creek Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Low Ramsey Cascades Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Reems Creek Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Soco Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 89°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 89°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 84°F Sunny
Thu 86°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Mills River

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Soco Falls Strong · 565 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Fairfield Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 38th percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 38th percentile
  4. 4 Maidenhair Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 38th percentile
  5. 5 Onion Cliff Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 38th percentile
  6. 6 Onion Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 38th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mills River (18 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.

16.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
43.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.9 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mills River (63 waterfalls)

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

43 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft

All 91 Waterfalls Near Mills River

23.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
41.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
49.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 200 ft
48.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
48.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
3.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
3.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
46.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
46.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
46.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
46.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
45.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
39.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
11.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
8.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
45.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
25 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mills River

Are there free waterfalls near Mills River?

There are 57 free waterfalls near Mills River, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mills River?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Mills River, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mills River?

There are 63 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mills River, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mills River?

There are 61 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mills River, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mills River?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Mills River, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mills River?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Mills River?

The tallest waterfall near Mills River is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mills River?

Yes, 88 waterfalls near Mills River have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mills River?

The closest waterfall to Mills River is Turley Falls, approximately 5.8 miles away.

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