Waterfall Hikes Near Northlakes, NC

1,378 residents
New York Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Northlakes? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Northlakes. 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 35.7757°N, -81.3669°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Northlakes

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 25 gauged

24 waterfalls near Northlakes have live flow data today

Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Long Hope Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing 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 Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Jones Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Barely Flowing Silvervale Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Aft 95°F Sunny
Sat 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Northlakes

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Falls Low · 542 cfs 11th percentile
  2. 2 Carter Falls Low · 542 cfs 11th percentile
  3. 3 Mitchell Falls Barely Flowing · 37 cfs 6th percentile
  4. 4 Murphy Falls Barely Flowing · 37 cfs 6th percentile
  5. 5 Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 37 cfs 6th percentile
  6. 6 Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing · 37 cfs 6th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Northlakes (3 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
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

44.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Northlakes (17 waterfalls)

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

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

40.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

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

Linville Falls

49.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.6 miles 250 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

34.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Northlakes

Douglas Falk

26.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

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

Big Falls

32.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

33.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

34.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Northlakes

Are there free waterfalls near Northlakes?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Northlakes, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Northlakes?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Northlakes, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Northlakes?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Northlakes, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Northlakes?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Northlakes, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Northlakes?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Northlakes, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Northlakes?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Northlakes?

The tallest waterfall near Northlakes is Linville Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Northlakes?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Northlakes have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Northlakes?

The closest waterfall to Northlakes is Moravian Falls, approximately 22.6 miles away.

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