Waterfall Hikes Near Auburn, GA

7,794 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Auburn? There are 16 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

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

16 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 High Falls Low Noontootla Falls Low Sea Creek Falls Low Horsetrough Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing Toccoa Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 94°F

Wed 94°F Sunny Best
Thu 96°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 96°F Sunny
Ind 96°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Auburn

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 High Falls Low · 239 cfs 16th percentile
  2. 2 Noontootla Falls Low · 239 cfs 16th percentile
  3. 3 Sea Creek Falls Low · 239 cfs 16th percentile
  4. 4 Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing · 74 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing · 74 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Black Falls Barely Flowing · 132 cfs 2nd percentile

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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

44.6 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

40.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

20.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

45.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Auburn

Clay Creek Falls

40.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

20.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

44.6 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft
High Water Falls waterfall

High Water Falls

44.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

45.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

45.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetrough Falls waterfall

Horsetrough Falls

42.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

30.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Anna Ruby Falls waterfall

Anna Ruby Falls

20.5 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

32.7 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

33.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

32.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sea Creek Falls waterfall

Sea Creek Falls

31.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Noontootla Falls

41.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Padgett Falls

35.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

15 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.4 miles 200 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, 16 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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