Waterfall Hikes Near Altamont, TN

904 residents
Chicago Time Zone
47 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Altamont? There are 47 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Altamont. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.4325°N, -85.7433°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Altamont

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

43 of 47 gauged

43 waterfalls near Altamont have live flow data today

Baker Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Bluehole Falls Barely Flowing Bosworth Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Copperas Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Machine Falls Barely Flowing Ovoca Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rutledge Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Deer Lick Falls Barely Flowing Jumpoff Falls Barely Flowing Monteagle Falls Barely Flowing Burgess Falls Barely Flowing Cane Creek Falls Moderate Fall Creek Falls Moderate Hemlock Falls Moderate Piney Creek Falls Moderate Virgin Falls Moderate Cul-car-mac Falls Low Cummins Falls Low Dry Creek Falls Low De Soto Falls Low High Falls Low Falling Water Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Low Middle Creek Falls Low Three Creeks Falls Low Little Falls Moderate Lula Falls Moderate

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 84°F

Tue 84°F Sunny Best
Wed 85°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 85°F Sunny
Sun 85°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Altamont

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lula Falls Moderate · 14 cfs 44th percentile
  2. 2 Little Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 33rd percentile
  3. 3 Hemlock Falls Low · 47 cfs 22nd percentile
  4. 4 Fall Creek Falls Low · 47 cfs 22nd percentile
  5. 5 Piney Creek Falls Low · 47 cfs 22nd percentile
  6. 6 Cul-car-mac Falls Low · 13 cfs 22nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Altamont (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.

Deer Lick Falls

28 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

44 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Altamont (25 waterfalls)

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

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

24.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

23.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

3.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 47 Waterfalls Near Altamont

Deer Lick Falls

28 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

24.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Monteagle Falls

24.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

23.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

44 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

3.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

15.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Bluehole Falls waterfall

Bluehole Falls

15.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

15.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Jumpoff Falls

5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Machine Falls waterfall

Machine Falls

1.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bosworth Falls

13.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Baker Falls waterfall

Baker Falls

4.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ovoca Falls

40.9 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Copperas Falls

39.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

38.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

28.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Cul-car-mac Falls

2.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

11.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Altamont

Are there free waterfalls near Altamont?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Altamont, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Altamont?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Altamont, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Altamont?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Altamont, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Altamont?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Altamont, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Altamont?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Altamont, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Altamont?

The shortest waterfall hike near Altamont is Baker Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Altamont?

The tallest waterfall near Altamont is Fall Creek Falls at 256 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Altamont require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Altamont require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Altamont?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Altamont have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Altamont?

The closest waterfall to Altamont is Deer Lick Falls, approximately 10 miles away.

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