Waterfall Hikes Near Athens, TN
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Athens? Luckily, there are 50 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Athens, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Athens
Find waterfalls to hike near Athens
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Athens (19 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.
Benton Falls
18.4 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Laurel Falls
28.8 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 314 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Athens (26 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
Benton Falls
18.4 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Snow Falls
29.3 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 10.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft
Lower Piney Falls
30.9 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Athens With Waterfalls
Bullet Creek Falls
19.4 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Benton Falls
18.4 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Laurel Falls
28.8 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 314 ft
Snow Falls
29.3 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 10.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft
Morphy Falls
29.7 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Lower Piney Falls
30.9 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Upper Piney Falls
30.9 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Bald River Falls
26.9 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Laurel Falls
31.3 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 314 ft
Ray Falls
32.5 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Stinging Fork Falls
33.1 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
North Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft
Crystal Falls
44.8 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Hilliard Falls
43.3 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Basin Falls
43.2 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Ozone Falls
42.7 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
North Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
North Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
North Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Upper Falls
32.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft