Waterfall Hikes Near Pinnacle, NC

749 residents

New York Time Zone

15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pinnacle? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pinnacle. 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 36.3230°N, -80.4241°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pinnacle

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Pinnacle have live flow data today

Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Great Falls of Dan Low White Falls Low Smith River Falls Low Hidden Falls Moderate Lower Cascade Falls Moderate Window Falls Moderate Upper Cascade Falls Moderate Tory Falls Moderate Moravian Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing Styles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Aft 97°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Lab 81°F Partly Sunny

Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny Best

Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny

Thu 93°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Pinnacle

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pinnacle (5 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.

Tory Falls

44.6 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

44 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pinnacle (11 waterfalls)

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

Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

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

Great Falls of Dan

47.3 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Pinnacle

Tory Falls

44.6 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

Upper Cascade Falls waterfall

Upper Cascade Falls

1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

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

Lower Cascade Falls waterfall

Lower Cascade Falls

44 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

Great Falls of Dan

47.3 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

Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

49.5 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

23.9 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

White Falls waterfall

White Falls

47.9 miles away

Virginia

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

Styles Falls waterfall

Styles Falls

35.2 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 300 ft

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

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

32.3 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pinnacle

Are there free waterfalls near Pinnacle?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Pinnacle, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pinnacle?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Pinnacle, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pinnacle?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pinnacle, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pinnacle?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pinnacle, including Betseys Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pinnacle?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Pinnacle?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pinnacle?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Pinnacle have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pinnacle?

The closest waterfall to Pinnacle is Tory Falls, approximately 9.2 miles away.

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