Waterfall Hikes Near Ball Ground, GA

2,527 residents

New_York Time Zone

18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ball Ground? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ball Ground. 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 34.3426°N, -84.3637°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ball Ground

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Ball Ground have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Anna Ruby Falls Barely Flowing Dukes Creek Falls Barely Flowing Benton 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 Barely Flowing Horsetrough Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Noontootla Falls Barely Flowing Sea Creek Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny Best

Tue 85°F Partly Sunny

Wed 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Thu 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Fri 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Sat 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ball Ground (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ball Ground (14 waterfalls)

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

Padgett Falls

30.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

Georgia

Moderate

2.1 miles 600 ft

Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

21.6 miles away

Georgia

Hard

4.2 miles 1,200 ft

Noontootla Falls

36.3 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

21.8 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Ball Ground

Padgett Falls

30.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

Georgia

Moderate

2.1 miles 600 ft

Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

21.6 miles away

Georgia

Hard

4.2 miles 1,200 ft

Noontootla Falls

36.3 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

21.8 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

29.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

35.3 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sea Creek Falls waterfall

Sea Creek Falls

22.9 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

21.5 miles away

Georgia

Easy

2.2 miles 150 ft

High Water Falls waterfall

High Water Falls

11.9 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

26.3 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

34.9 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

36.9 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.0 miles 400 ft

Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

40 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

1.8 miles 400 ft

Horsetrough Falls waterfall

Horsetrough Falls

41.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Anna Ruby Falls waterfall

Anna Ruby Falls

43.2 miles away

Georgia

Easy

0.9 miles 200 ft

Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

26.7 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

3.0 miles 200 ft

Haynes Falls waterfall

CC

Haynes Falls

44.8 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ball Ground

Are there free waterfalls near Ball Ground?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ball Ground?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ball Ground?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ball Ground, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ball Ground?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ball Ground, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ball Ground?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ball Ground is Amicalola Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ball Ground?

The tallest waterfall near Ball Ground is Amicalola Falls at 729 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ball Ground?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Ball Ground have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ball Ground?

The closest waterfall to Ball Ground is Padgett Falls, approximately 9.8 miles away.

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