Waterfall Hikes Near Canton, GA

33,499 residents

New York Time Zone

15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Canton is where the metro thins out and I-575 starts aiming at the mountains, and fifteen falls come within its fifty-mile reach. Amicalola Falls carries the big numbers, 729 feet tall behind a 2.1-mile trail gaining 600 feet. High Falls runs an easy 1.5-mile loop. Sea Creek Falls near Suches takes half a mile. Cochrans Falls waits for anyone willing to earn a 600-footer over 4.2 hard miles. Every fall here with a trail allows dogs.

Located at 34.2467°N, -84.4897°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Canton

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Amicalola Falls Moderate Cochrans Falls Moderate Benton Falls Barely Flowing Black Falls Barely Flowing Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing DeSoto Falls Low Helton Creek Falls Low High Water Falls Low Nottely Falls Low High Falls Barely Flowing Noontootla Falls Barely Flowing Sea Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hightower Falls Low Keown Falls Moderate Padgett Falls Barely Flowing

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Canton (2 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 Canton (11 waterfalls)

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Padgett Falls

27.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

31.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.1 miles 600 ft

Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

44.5 miles away

Georgia

Hard

4.2 miles 1,200 ft

Noontootla Falls

35.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

41.9 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Canton

Padgett Falls

27.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

31.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.1 miles 600 ft

Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

44.5 miles away

Georgia

Hard

4.2 miles 1,200 ft

Noontootla Falls

35.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

41.9 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

42.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sea Creek Falls waterfall

Sea Creek Falls

35.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hightower Falls waterfall

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Hightower Falls

46.2 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

49.7 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

1.8 miles 400 ft

DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

24.3 miles away

Georgia

Easy

2.2 miles 150 ft

High Water Falls waterfall

High Water Falls

24 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

13.6 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

3.0 miles 200 ft

Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

23 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

23.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Canton

Are there free waterfalls near Canton?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Canton?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Canton, including Benton Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Canton?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Canton, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Canton?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Canton, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Canton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Canton is Amicalola Falls at 1.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Canton?

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

Do any waterfalls near Canton require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Canton?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Canton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Canton?

The closest waterfall to Canton is Padgett Falls, approximately 11 miles away.

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