Waterfall Hikes Near Benton, TN

1,584 residents

New_York Time Zone

43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Benton? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Benton. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.1749°N, -84.6516°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Benton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 43 gauged

39 waterfalls near Benton have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Low Cochrans Falls Low Bald River Falls Low Bullet Creek Falls Low Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Ozone Falls Barely Flowing Bemis Camp Falls Low Big Falls Low Leatherwood Falls Low Middle Falls Low Santeetlah Bluff Falls Low Sassafras Falls Low Upper Falls Low Stewart Falls Low Benton Falls Low Falling Water Falls Low Flatrock Falls Low Freudenberg Falls Low Rockstack Falls Low Slider Falls Low Haynes Falls Low High Falls Low Noontootla Falls Low Sea Creek Falls Low Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Queens Falls Moderate Keown Falls Low Laurel Falls Low Middle Creek Falls Low Three Creeks Falls Low Lower Piney Falls Low Upper Piney Falls Low Lula Falls Low Padgett Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 74°F

Aft 79°F Sunny

Wed 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 74°F Sunny Best

Fri 81°F Sunny

Sat 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny

Mon 91°F Mostly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Benton (9 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

26.7 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

3.0 miles 200 ft

Bald River Falls

22 miles away

Tennessee

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Falling Water Falls

33.8 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

0.3 miles 100 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Benton

Benton Falls

26.7 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

3.0 miles 200 ft

Bullet Creek Falls

Tennessee

Moderate

3.0 miles 400 ft

Bald River Falls

22 miles away

Tennessee

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Falling Water Falls

33.8 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

0.3 miles 100 ft

Slider Falls

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Flatrock Falls

33.7 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 200 ft

Freudenberg Falls

33.8 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rockstack Falls

34.3 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Upper Falls

32.4 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.5 miles 100 ft

Middle Falls

45 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.5 miles 400 ft

Sassafras Falls

44.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Middle Creek Falls

41.1 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Three Creeks Falls

41.1 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

3.0 miles 400 ft

Big Falls

44.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Laurel Falls

24.5 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.6 miles 314 ft

Snow Falls

0.7 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Morphy Falls

2.1 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bemis Camp Falls

28.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Santeetlah Bluff Falls

28.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Stewart Falls

32.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Benton

Are there free waterfalls near Benton?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Benton, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Benton?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Benton, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Benton?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Benton, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Benton?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Benton, including Amicalola Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Benton?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Benton, including Lower Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Benton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Benton is Amicalola Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Benton?

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

Do any waterfalls near Benton require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Benton requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Benton?

Yes, 35 waterfalls near Benton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Benton?

The closest waterfall to Benton is Benton Falls, approximately 4.0 miles away.

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