Waterfall Hikes Near Acworth, GA

22,318 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Acworth? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Acworth. These trails range from hard to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.0566°N, -84.6716°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Acworth

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Acworth is flowing strongly today

Amicalola Falls Low Cochrans Falls Low Hightower Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Strong Padgett Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 97°F

Fri 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 97°F Sunny Best
Mon 98°F Sunny
Tue 94°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Acworth

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Keown Falls Strong · 2200 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Padgett Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 64th percentile
  3. 3 Amicalola Falls Low · 108 cfs 23rd percentile
  4. 4 Cochrans Falls Low · 108 cfs 23rd percentile
  5. 5 Hightower Falls Barely Flowing · 10 cfs 1st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Acworth (4 waterfalls)

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

Padgett Falls

43.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

18.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

38.9 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

28.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Acworth

Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

40.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Padgett Falls

43.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

18.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

38.9 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

28.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Acworth

Are there free waterfalls near Acworth?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Acworth, including Cochrans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Acworth?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Acworth, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Acworth?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Acworth, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Acworth?

The shortest waterfall hike near Acworth is Amicalola Falls at 1.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Acworth?

The tallest waterfall near Acworth is Amicalola Falls at 729 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Acworth require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Acworth requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Acworth?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Acworth have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Acworth?

The closest waterfall to Acworth is Hightower Falls, approximately 26 miles away.

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