Waterfall Hikes Near Auburn, GA

7,794 residents

New York Time Zone

18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Auburn? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Auburn. 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 34.0156°N, -83.8319°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Auburn

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Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Auburn have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Anna Ruby Falls Barely Flowing Dukes Creek Falls Barely Flowing Black Falls Barely Flowing Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing DeSoto Falls Barely Flowing Helton Creek Falls Barely Flowing High Water Falls Barely Flowing Nottely Falls Barely Flowing Haynes Falls Low Horsetrough Falls Low Padgett Falls Low Toccoa Falls Low

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Auburn (3 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.

DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

24.3 miles away

Georgia

Easy

2.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Auburn (12 waterfalls)

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

Clay Creek Falls

41.9 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

30.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.0 miles 400 ft

Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

23.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Auburn

Clay Creek Falls

41.9 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

30.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.0 miles 400 ft

DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

24.3 miles away

Georgia

Easy

2.2 miles 150 ft

High Water Falls waterfall

High Water Falls

24 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

23.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

23 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Horsetrough Falls waterfall

Horsetrough Falls

26.1 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

42.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Anna Ruby Falls waterfall

Anna Ruby Falls

33.7 miles away

Georgia

Easy

0.9 miles 200 ft

Haynes Falls waterfall

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Haynes Falls

22.3 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

44.5 miles away

Georgia

Hard

4.2 miles 1,200 ft

Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

31.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.1 miles 600 ft

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sea Creek Falls waterfall

Sea Creek Falls

35.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Noontootla Falls

35.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Padgett Falls

27.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

40.4 miles away

Georgia

Easy

0.4 miles 200 ft

Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

41.3 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Auburn

Are there free waterfalls near Auburn?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Auburn, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Auburn?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Auburn, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Auburn?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Auburn, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Auburn?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Auburn, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Auburn?

The shortest waterfall hike near Auburn is Amicalola Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Auburn?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Auburn?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Auburn have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Auburn?

The closest waterfall to Auburn is Clay Creek Falls, approximately 33.6 miles away.

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