Waterfall Hikes Near Montreat, NC

442 residents

New York Time Zone

71 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Montreat? There are 71 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Montreat. 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 35.6478°N, -82.3001°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Montreat

Today's Conditions

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Water Flow

70 of 71 gauged

1 of 70 waterfalls near Montreat is flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low Big Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Bird Rock Falls Low Catheys Creek Falls Low Connestee Falls Low Blue Sea Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Gouges Creek 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 Buckeye Falls Barely Flowing Spivey Falls Barely Flowing Coon Den Falls Barely Flowing Jones Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing 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 Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Ramsey Cascades 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 Linville Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Mingo Falls Low Mouse Creek Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Low Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Reems Creek Falls Barely Flowing Silvervale Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Soco Falls Strong

Updated 25 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 85°F

Aft 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Lab 74°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 78°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Wed 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 85°F Sunny Best

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Montreat (12 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Montreat (53 waterfalls)

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

Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

39.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

23.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

43.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 71 Waterfalls Near Montreat

Second Falls waterfall

Second Falls

13.1 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Maidenhair Falls waterfall

Maidenhair Falls

7.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Mouse Creek Falls waterfall

Mouse Creek Falls

19.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.2 miles 600 ft

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

12.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

3.3 miles 500 ft

Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

33.7 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

3.0 miles 300 ft

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

32.9 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Flat Creek Falls waterfall

Flat Creek Falls

11.9 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.5 miles 800 ft

Raven Cliff Falls waterfall

Raven Cliff Falls

39 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

4.0 miles 400 ft

Catheys Creek Falls waterfall

Catheys Creek Falls

19.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Connestee Falls waterfall

Connestee Falls

45.2 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.2 miles 50 ft

Pelham Falls

16.9 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

34.7 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

1.5 miles 400 ft

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

25 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

4.6 miles 800 ft

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

25 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 200 ft

Courthouse Falls waterfall

Courthouse Falls

13.5 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Reedy River Falls waterfall

Reedy River Falls

25 miles away

South Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 50 ft

Woodfin Falls waterfall

Woodfin Falls

43.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Soco Falls waterfall

Soco Falls

12.9 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Bird Rock Falls waterfall

Bird Rock Falls

17.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dill Falls waterfall

Dill Falls

42.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Montreat

Are there free waterfalls near Montreat?

There are 50 free waterfalls near Montreat, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Montreat?

There are 12 easy waterfall hikes near Montreat, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Montreat?

There are 53 dog-friendly waterfalls near Montreat, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Montreat?

There are 50 kid-friendly waterfalls near Montreat, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Montreat?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Montreat, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Montreat?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Montreat?

The tallest waterfall near Montreat is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Montreat?

Yes, 68 waterfalls near Montreat have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Montreat?

The closest waterfall to Montreat is Blue Sea Falls, approximately 6.1 miles away.

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