Waterfall Hikes Near Alcoa, TN

11,095 residents

New York Time Zone

35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Alcoa? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Alcoa. 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 35.8076°N, -83.9753°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Alcoa

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 35 gauged

10 of 35 waterfalls near Alcoa are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Strong Bald River Falls Moderate Bullet Creek Falls Moderate Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Ozone Falls Barely Flowing Bemis Camp Falls Low Big Falls Low Leatherwood Falls Low Middle Falls Low Santeetlah Bluff Falls Low Sassafras Falls Low Upper Falls Low Stewart Falls Low Berties Falls Barely Flowing Burningtown Falls Barely Flowing Flat Creek Falls Moderate Flatrock Falls Strong Grotto Falls Strong Laurel Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Ramsey Cascades Strong Wilson Falls Strong Jacks Rock Falls Strong Kennedy Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Queens Falls Barely Flowing Little Creek Falls Strong Mingo Falls Strong Lower Piney Falls Barely Flowing Upper Piney Falls Barely Flowing Mouse Creek Falls Moderate Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Soco Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 93°F

Tue 93°F Mostly Sunny Best

Wed 95°F Sunny

Thu 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 94°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Ind 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Alcoa (7 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.

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

13.4 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.5 miles 100 ft

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

37.7 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.6 miles 314 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Alcoa (20 waterfalls)

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

Santeetlah Bluff Falls

8.9 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bemis Camp Falls

9.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Alcoa

Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

6.4 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Mouse Creek Falls waterfall

Mouse Creek Falls

25.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.2 miles 600 ft

Queens Falls waterfall

Queens Falls

46.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

Leatherwood Falls waterfall

Leatherwood Falls

46.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Creek Falls waterfall

Little Creek Falls

45.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Upper Piney Falls waterfall

Upper Piney Falls

0.2 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 200 ft

Lower Piney Falls waterfall

Lower Piney Falls

33.5 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

Mingo Falls waterfall

Mingo Falls

29.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

0.4 miles 160 ft

Stinging Fork Falls waterfall

Stinging Fork Falls

3 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Bullet Creek Falls waterfall

Bullet Creek Falls

22.8 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

3.0 miles 400 ft

Jacks Rock Falls waterfall

Jacks Rock Falls

13 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Flat Creek Falls waterfall

Flat Creek Falls

32.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.5 miles 800 ft

Berties Falls waterfall

Berties Falls

33.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Soco Falls waterfall

Soco Falls

35.5 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Burningtown Falls waterfall

Burningtown Falls

18.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Alcoa

Are there free waterfalls near Alcoa?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Alcoa, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Alcoa?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Alcoa, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Alcoa?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Alcoa, including Bald River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Alcoa?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Alcoa, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Alcoa?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Alcoa, including Lower Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Alcoa?

The shortest waterfall hike near Alcoa is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Alcoa?

The tallest waterfall near Alcoa is Flat Creek Falls at 200 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Alcoa?

Yes, 32 waterfalls near Alcoa have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Alcoa?

The closest waterfall to Alcoa is Abrams Falls, approximately 13.8 miles away.

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