Waterfall Hikes Near Buford, GA

17,222 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Buford? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Buford. 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 34.1192°N, -83.9903°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Buford

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

17 waterfalls near Buford have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Anna Ruby Falls Barely Flowing Dukes Creek Falls Barely Flowing Black Falls Barely Flowing Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing DeSoto Falls Barely Flowing Helton Creek Falls Barely Flowing High Water Falls Barely Flowing Nottely Falls Barely Flowing Haynes Falls Barely Flowing Horsetrough Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Noontootla Falls Barely Flowing Sea Creek Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing Toccoa Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Mon 95°F Sunny
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 95°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Buford

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Toccoa Falls Moderate · 39 cfs 34th percentile
  2. 2 Black Falls Barely Flowing · 122 cfs 3rd percentile
  3. 3 Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 122 cfs 3rd percentile
  4. 4 Haynes Falls Barely Flowing · 64 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Horsetrough Falls Barely Flowing · 64 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Sea Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 313 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Buford (3 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.

DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

18.4 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Buford (12 waterfalls)

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

Clay Creek Falls

44.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

38.9 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

18.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Buford

Clay Creek Falls

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

Black Falls

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

Cochrans Falls

38.9 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

18.4 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

18.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
High Water Falls waterfall

High Water Falls

18.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

17.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

15.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

15.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sea Creek Falls waterfall

Sea Creek Falls

44.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Noontootla Falls

44.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Padgett Falls

43.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

6.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
Horsetrough Falls waterfall

Horsetrough Falls

4.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Anna Ruby Falls waterfall

Anna Ruby Falls

30.8 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
Haynes Falls waterfall CC

Haynes Falls

12.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

26.1 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.4 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Buford

Are there free waterfalls near Buford?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Buford, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Buford?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Buford, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Buford?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Buford, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Buford?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Buford, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Buford?

The shortest waterfall hike near Buford is Amicalola Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Buford?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Buford?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Buford have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Buford?

The closest waterfall to Buford is Clay Creek Falls, approximately 21.8 miles away.

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