Waterfall Hikes Near Brookhaven, GA

56,848 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Brookhaven? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Brookhaven. These trails range from hard to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 33.8743°N, -84.3314°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Brookhaven

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Brookhaven have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Black Falls Barely Flowing Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hightower Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 97°F

Wed 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 97°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 97°F Sunny
Ind 97°F Sunny
Sun 95°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Brookhaven

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing · 74 cfs 4th percentile
  2. 2 Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing · 74 cfs 4th percentile
  3. 3 Black Falls Barely Flowing · 130 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 130 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Hightower Falls Barely Flowing · 11 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Padgett Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Brookhaven (4 waterfalls)

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

Padgett Falls

35.6 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

Clay Creek Falls

40.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Brookhaven

Padgett Falls

35.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

38.9 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

Clay Creek Falls

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

Black Falls

30.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Brookhaven

Are there free waterfalls near Brookhaven?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Brookhaven, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Brookhaven?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Brookhaven, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Brookhaven?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Brookhaven, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Brookhaven?

The shortest waterfall hike near Brookhaven is Amicalola Falls at 2.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Brookhaven?

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

Do any waterfalls near Brookhaven require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Brookhaven?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Brookhaven have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Brookhaven?

The closest waterfall to Brookhaven is Padgett Falls, approximately 34 miles away.

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