Waterfall Hikes Near Westport, NC

4,570 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Westport? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Westport. 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 35.5103°N, -80.9783°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Westport

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Westport have live flow data today

Carter Falls Low Little Falls Low Great Falls Barely Flowing Moravian Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Aft 97°F Sunny
Sat 97°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 94°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Westport

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Carter Falls Low · 542 cfs 11th percentile
  2. 2 Little Falls Low · 542 cfs 11th percentile
  3. 3 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Moravian Falls Barely Flowing · 348 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Westport (2 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
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

22.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Westport

Moravian Falls waterfall

Moravian Falls

22.8 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

22 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
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

23.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls of Catawba waterfall

Great Falls of Catawba

25.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Westport

Are there free waterfalls near Westport?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Westport, including Carter Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Westport?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Westport, including Carter Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Westport?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Westport, including Carter Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Westport?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Westport, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Westport?

The shortest waterfall hike near Westport is Carter Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Westport?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Westport?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Westport have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Westport?

The closest waterfall to Westport is Moravian Falls, approximately 37.1 miles away.

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