Waterfall Hikes Near Wake Forest, NC
within 50 miles
Wake Forest is on the far side of the Triangle from the falls, which puts Raven Rock State Park a good hour southwest by way of Raleigh. Lanier Falls is the hike to plan around, a five-mile round trip along the Cape Fear with 300 feet of climb and dogs allowed. The two Little Falls entries are gentler, a mile each. Upper Falls has no reliable numbers attached, and two more on the list are historical sites. Six falls total, so pick a dry weekend and make Raven Rock the anchor.
Map of Waterfalls Near Wake Forest
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Water Flow
6 waterfalls near Wake Forest have live flow data today
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Best Day to Hike
Sunday
Sunny · 64°F
Flowing best right now near Wake Forest
Updated about 1 hour agoRanked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.
- 1 Lanier Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 92nd percentile
- 2 Little Falls Moderate · 82 cfs 74th percentile
- 3 Little Falls Moderate · 82 cfs 74th percentile
- 4 Upper Falls Moderate · 82 cfs 74th percentile
- 5 Hyco Falls (historical) Low · 434 cfs 16th percentile
- 6 Eagle Point Falls (historical) Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 4th percentile
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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wake Forest (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.
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wake Forest (3 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wake Forest
Are there free waterfalls near Wake Forest?
There are 2 free waterfalls near Wake Forest, including Lanier Falls.
Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wake Forest?
There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Wake Forest, including Little Falls.
Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wake Forest?
There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wake Forest, including Lanier Falls.
Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wake Forest?
There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wake Forest, including Lanier Falls.
What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wake Forest?
The shortest waterfall hike near Wake Forest is Lanier Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.
Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wake Forest?
Yes, 3 waterfalls near Wake Forest have nearby campgrounds.
What is the closest waterfall to Wake Forest?
The closest waterfall to Wake Forest is Upper Falls, approximately 30.2 miles away.
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