Waterfall Hikes Near Waco, NC

278 residents

New York Time Zone

15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Waco? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Waco. 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 35.3622°N, -81.4287°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Waco

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Waco have live flow data today

Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Betseys Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cascade 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 Hendricks Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Barely Flowing Pearsons Falls Barely Flowing Turley Falls Barely Flowing Silvervale Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour 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 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Lab 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny Best

Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny

Thu 93°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Waco (4 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.

Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

34.9 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.4 miles 200 ft

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

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

35.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

3.9 miles 700 ft

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

40.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

35.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

41.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Waco

Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

34.9 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.4 miles 200 ft

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

35.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

3.9 miles 700 ft

Silvervale Falls waterfall

Silvervale Falls

40.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

35.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

41.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

35.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

38.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

43.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

44.4 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 100 ft

Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

22.8 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

45.6 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.3 miles 120 ft

Betseys Rock Falls waterfall

Betseys Rock Falls

23.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Turley Falls

39.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hendricks Falls

48.9 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

1.5 miles 200 ft

Linville Falls waterfall

Linville Falls

49.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

1.6 miles 250 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Waco

Are there free waterfalls near Waco?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Waco, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Waco?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Waco, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Waco?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Waco, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Waco?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Waco, including Bead and Lace Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Waco?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Waco?

The tallest waterfall near Waco is Hickorynut Falls at 404 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Waco?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Waco have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Waco?

The closest waterfall to Waco is Hickorynut Falls, approximately 38.6 miles away.

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