Waterfall Hikes Near Athens, AL

26,179 residents
Chicago Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Athens? Luckily, there are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Athens, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.7843°N, -86.9503°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Athens

Find waterfalls to hike near Athens

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Athens (12 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.

Copperas Falls waterfall

Copperas Falls

64.5 miles away

Tennessee

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Athens (15 waterfalls)

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

Seven Falls waterfall

Seven Falls

54 miles away

Alabama

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Copperas Falls waterfall

Copperas Falls

64.5 miles away

Tennessee

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Ditto Falls waterfall

Ditto Falls

21.3 miles away

Alabama

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 1.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Athens With Waterfalls

Copperas Falls waterfall

Copperas Falls

44 miles away

Tennessee

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Ovoca Falls waterfall

Ovoca Falls

42.8 miles away

Tennessee

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.1 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Machine Falls waterfall

Machine Falls

41.9 miles away

Tennessee

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 1.6 miles

Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

40.6 miles away

Tennessee

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.3 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Baker Falls waterfall

Baker Falls

27.6 miles away

Tennessee

Difficulty: Hard

Trail Length: 8.2 miles

Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Bosworth Falls waterfall

Bosworth Falls

44.1 miles away

Tennessee

Difficulty: Unknown

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Tennessee

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 5.4 miles

Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

42.4 miles away

Tennessee

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

42.2 miles away

Tennessee

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 1.6 miles

Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Bluehole Falls waterfall

Bluehole Falls

42.3 miles away

Tennessee

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft