Waterfall Hikes Near Blue Ridge, GA

1,366 residents
New York Time Zone
37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Blue Ridge? There are 37 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Blue Ridge. 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 34.8666°N, -84.3218°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Blue Ridge

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 37 gauged

14 of 37 waterfalls near Blue Ridge are flowing strongly today

Amicalola Falls Low Cochrans Falls Low Anna Ruby Falls Moderate Dukes Creek Falls Moderate Bald River Falls Moderate Bullet Creek Falls Moderate Bemis Camp Falls Strong Big Falls Strong Leatherwood Falls Strong Middle Falls Strong Santeetlah Bluff Falls Strong Sassafras Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Stewart Falls Strong Benton Falls Barely Flowing Berties Falls Strong Black Falls Barely Flowing Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Low DeSoto Falls Moderate Helton Creek Falls Moderate High Water Falls Moderate Nottely Falls Moderate Estatoah Falls Roaring Wilson Falls Roaring Timpson Falls Roaring Haynes Falls Strong Horsetrough Falls Strong High Falls Barely Flowing Noontootla Falls Barely Flowing Sea Creek Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Queens Falls Moderate Keown Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing Stekoa Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 90°F

Mon 90°F Sunny Best
Tue 91°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 93°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 93°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Blue Ridge

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Estatoah Falls Roaring · 112 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Wilson Falls Roaring · 112 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Timpson Falls Roaring · 112 cfs 91st percentile
  4. 4 Berties Falls Strong · 144 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Bald River Falls Strong · 157 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 Bullet Creek Falls Strong · 157 cfs 86th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Blue Ridge (6 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 Blue Ridge (26 waterfalls)

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

Noontootla Falls

41.3 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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

32.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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

All 37 Waterfalls Near Blue Ridge

Noontootla Falls

41.3 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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Black Falls

30.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Haynes Falls waterfall CC

Haynes Falls

32.5 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
Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

45.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Water Falls waterfall

High Water Falls

44.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

44.6 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft
Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

18.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Bullet Creek Falls waterfall

Bullet Creek Falls

22.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Horsetrough Falls waterfall

Horsetrough Falls

42.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Padgett Falls

35.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bald River Falls waterfall

Bald River Falls

15.7 miles away
Tennessee
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

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
Leatherwood Falls waterfall

Leatherwood Falls

46.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Anna Ruby Falls waterfall

Anna Ruby Falls

20.5 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Blue Ridge

Are there free waterfalls near Blue Ridge?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Blue Ridge, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Blue Ridge?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Blue Ridge, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Blue Ridge?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Blue Ridge, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Blue Ridge?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Blue Ridge?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Blue Ridge?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Blue Ridge?

The tallest waterfall near Blue Ridge is Amicalola Falls at 729 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Blue Ridge?

Yes, 37 waterfalls near Blue Ridge have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Blue Ridge?

The closest waterfall to Blue Ridge is Noontootla Falls, approximately 14.2 miles away.

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