Waterfall Hikes Near Carlton, GA

403 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Carlton? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Carlton. 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 34.0426°N, -83.0386°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Carlton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

12 waterfalls near Carlton have live flow data today

Big Bend Falls Low Kings Creek Falls Low Spoonauger Falls Low Cascade Falls Low Toccoa Falls Low Clearwater Falls Low Lower Falls Low Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Isaqueena Falls Barely Flowing Sids Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Low

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 94°F

Aft 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 93°F Patchy Fog
Fri 92°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 94°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 96°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Carlton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cascade Falls Low · 39 cfs 23rd percentile
  2. 2 Toccoa Falls Low · 39 cfs 23rd percentile
  3. 3 Clearwater Falls Low · 15 cfs 21st percentile
  4. 4 Lower Falls Low · 15 cfs 21st percentile
  5. 5 Upper Falls Low · 94 cfs 11th percentile
  6. 6 Big Bend Falls Low · 38 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Carlton (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.

Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

40.4 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Carlton (10 waterfalls)

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

Isaqueena Falls waterfall

Isaqueena Falls

26.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

17.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Sids Falls waterfall

Sids Falls

9.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Bend Falls waterfall

Big Bend Falls

33.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Carlton

Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

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

Isaqueena Falls

26.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

17.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Sids Falls waterfall

Sids Falls

9.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Bend Falls waterfall

Big Bend Falls

33.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft
Kings Creek Falls waterfall CC

Kings Creek Falls

27.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spoonauger Falls waterfall

Spoonauger Falls

28 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

46.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

27.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

25.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft

Clearwater Falls

24.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Carlton

Are there free waterfalls near Carlton?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Carlton, including Big Bend Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Carlton?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Carlton, including Toccoa Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Carlton?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Carlton, including Big Bend Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Carlton?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Carlton, including Big Bend Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Carlton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Carlton is Big Bend Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Carlton?

The tallest waterfall near Carlton is Toccoa Falls at 186 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Carlton?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Carlton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Carlton?

The closest waterfall to Carlton is Toccoa Falls, approximately 40.6 miles away.

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