Waterfall Hikes Near Bristol, TN

68,083 residents
New York Time Zone
28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bristol? There are 28 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bristol. 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 36.5572°N, -82.2154°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bristol

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 28 gauged

1 of 26 waterfalls near Bristol is flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Moderate Betseys Rock Falls Low Cascade Falls Low Long Hope Falls Low Big Falls Moderate Tank Hollow Falls Moderate Big Falls Barely Flowing Dutch Creek Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mitchell Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Roaring Spout Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Buckeye Falls Moderate Spivey Falls Moderate Coon Den Falls Low Jones Falls Low Laurel Falls Low Linville Falls Barely Flowing Monkey Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 88°F

Aft 88°F Sunny Best
Mon 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 80°F Rain Showers Likely
Wed 84°F Sunny
Thu 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Bristol

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Monkey Falls Strong · 546 cfs 76th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Moderate · 558 cfs 63rd percentile
  3. 3 Tank Hollow Falls Moderate · 558 cfs 63rd percentile
  4. 4 Abrams Falls Moderate · 14 cfs 55th percentile
  5. 5 Spivey Falls Moderate · 25 cfs 26th percentile
  6. 6 Buckeye Falls Moderate · 25 cfs 26th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bristol (1 waterfall)

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 Bristol (20 waterfalls)

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

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

36 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Coon Den Falls

37.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

8.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

39.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Bristol

Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

11.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft
Monkey Falls waterfall

Monkey Falls

44.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

36 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Coon Den Falls

37.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

8.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

39.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

14 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

45.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

46.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Watauga Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

39.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

22.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

38.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Murphy Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

34.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bristol

Are there free waterfalls near Bristol?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Bristol, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bristol?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Bristol, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bristol?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bristol, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bristol?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bristol, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Bristol?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Bristol, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bristol?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bristol is Abrams Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bristol?

The tallest waterfall near Bristol is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bristol?

Yes, 28 waterfalls near Bristol have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bristol?

The closest waterfall to Bristol is Abrams Falls, approximately 7.5 miles away.

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