Waterfall Hikes Near Pinehurst, NC

17,653 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Golf pays the bills in Pinehurst, and the surrounding Sandhills are longleaf pine over deep sand, which explains why only four falls turn up inside fifty miles. The one you can hike to is Lanier Falls, where the Cape Fear pushes over rock ledges in Raven Rock State Park. Count on five miles of walking and about 300 feet of gain, with dogs welcome. The other three entries survive mostly as names on the map.

Located at 35.1922°N, -79.4684°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pinehurst

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Pinehurst have live flow data today

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 89°F

Aft 98°F Sunny
Sat 99°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 85°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 87°F Sunny
Wed 89°F Sunny Best
Thu 94°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Pinehurst

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cockers Falls Moderate · 2970 cfs 46th percentile
  2. 2 Lanier Falls Low · 0 cfs 11th percentile
  3. 3 Gordons Falls Barely Flowing · 2490 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pinehurst (1 waterfall)

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.

18 miles away
South Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pinehurst (1 waterfall)

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

34.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Pinehurst

34.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
22 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
18 miles away
South Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
26 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pinehurst

Are there free waterfalls near Pinehurst?

There is 1 free waterfall near Pinehurst, including Lanier Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pinehurst?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Pinehurst, including Gordons Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pinehurst?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Pinehurst, including Lanier Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pinehurst?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Pinehurst, including Lanier Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pinehurst?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pinehurst is Cockers Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pinehurst?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Pinehurst have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pinehurst?

The closest waterfall to Pinehurst is Lanier Falls, approximately 36.8 miles away.

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