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Best Picnic Areas Waterfalls in North Carolina

Explore 8 amazing waterfalls with picnic areas and facilities in North Carolina. From easy strolls to challenging hikes, find your perfect waterfall adventure.

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Picnic Areas Waterfalls
3
Easy Hikes
5
Moderate
0
Challenging

Top Picnic Areas Waterfalls in North Carolina

High Falls
Moderate

High Falls

1.2 mi
1-2 hours
High Shoals Falls
Moderate

High Shoals Falls

1.4 mi
1-2 hours
Hooker Falls
Easy

Hooker Falls

1.3 mi
1 hour
Linville Falls
Moderate

Linville Falls

1.6 mi
1-2 hours
Looking Glass Falls
Easy

Looking Glass Falls

528 ft
15-30 min
Sliding Rock
Easy

Sliding Rock

1056 ft
15-30 min

Easy Picnic Areas Hikes

Easy

Perfect for beginners and families. These waterfalls with picnic areas and facilities have gentle trails and minimal elevation gain.

Hooker Falls
Easy

Hooker Falls

1.3 mi
1 hour
Looking Glass Falls
Easy

Looking Glass Falls

528 ft
15-30 min
Sliding Rock
Easy

Sliding Rock

1056 ft
15-30 min

Moderate Picnic Areas Trails

Moderate

A bit more adventure with some elevation gain. Great for regular hikers seeking waterfalls with picnic areas and facilities.

High Falls
Moderate

High Falls

1.2 mi
1-2 hours
High Shoals Falls
Moderate

High Shoals Falls

1.4 mi
1-2 hours
Linville Falls
Moderate

Linville Falls

1.6 mi
1-2 hours

All 8 Picnic Areas Waterfalls in North Carolina

High Falls

Moderate 1.2 mi

High Shoals Falls

Moderate 1.4 mi

Hooker Falls

Easy 1.3 mi

Linville Falls

Moderate 1.6 mi

Looking Glass Falls

Easy 0.1 mi

Sliding Rock

Easy 0.2 mi

Triple Falls

Moderate 2.4 mi

Upper Whitewater Falls

Moderate 1 mi

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