Waterfall Hikes Near Carl, GA

296 residents
New York Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Carl? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Carl. 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 34.0045°N, -83.8129°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Carl

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Carl 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 Low Horsetrough Falls Low Padgett Falls Low Toccoa Falls Low

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

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Flowing best right now near Carl

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Toccoa Falls Low · 39 cfs 23rd percentile
  2. 2 Padgett Falls Low · 2 cfs 20th percentile
  3. 3 Horsetrough Falls Low · 45 cfs 16th percentile
  4. 4 Haynes Falls Low · 45 cfs 16th percentile
  5. 5 Wilson Falls Low · 53 cfs 15th percentile
  6. 6 Anna Ruby Falls Barely Flowing · 60 cfs 9th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Carl (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

24.3 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft

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

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

Clay Creek Falls

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

Dukes Creek Falls

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

Horsetrough Falls

26.1 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

All 18 Waterfalls Near Carl

Clay Creek Falls

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

Dukes Creek Falls

30.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.0 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
Horsetrough Falls waterfall

Horsetrough Falls

26.1 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
Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

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

Anna Ruby Falls

33.7 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

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

Haynes Falls

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

Cochrans Falls

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

Amicalola Falls

31.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

40.4 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.4 miles 200 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

41.3 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

Noontootla Falls

35.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Padgett Falls

27.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Carl

Are there free waterfalls near Carl?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Carl?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Carl?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Carl?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Carl?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Carl?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Carl?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Carl have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Carl?

The closest waterfall to Carl is Clay Creek Falls, approximately 34.9 miles away.

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