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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 95°F

Sat 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 93°F Sunny
Tue 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 95°F Sunny Best
Fri 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Benton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Ray Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 54th percentile
  2. 2 Hilliard Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 54th percentile
  3. 3 Stinging Fork Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 54th percentile
  4. 4 Basin Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 51st percentile
  5. 5 Ozone Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 51st percentile
  6. 6 Laurel Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 51st percentile

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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 waterfall

Benton Falls

18.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Bald River Falls waterfall

Bald River Falls

15.7 miles away
Tennessee
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

23.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Benton

Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

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

Cochrans Falls

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

Haynes Falls

32.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Benton

Are there free waterfalls near Benton?

There are 21 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 miles away.

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