Waterfall Hikes Near Charleston, TN

641 residents

New York Time Zone

48 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Charleston? There are 48 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Charleston. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.2862°N, -84.7611°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Charleston

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

44 of 48 gauged

44 waterfalls near Charleston have live flow data today

Bald River Falls Low Bullet Creek Falls Low Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Ozone Falls Barely Flowing Benton Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Deer Lick Falls Barely Flowing Monteagle Falls Barely Flowing Cane Creek Falls Moderate Fall Creek Falls Moderate Hemlock Falls Moderate Piney Creek Falls Moderate Double Drop Falls Barely Flowing Jacks Rock Falls Barely Flowing Falling Water Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Barely Flowing Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Queens Falls Moderate Keown Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Low Middle Creek Falls Low Three Creeks Falls Low Lower Piney Falls Moderate Upper Piney Falls Moderate Lula Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 91°F

Tue 91°F Sunny Best

Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny

Thu 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Fri 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 91°F Mostly Sunny

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Mon 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Charleston (12 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.

Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

38 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

3.0 miles 200 ft

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

45 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.6 miles 314 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Charleston (27 waterfalls)

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

Snow Falls waterfall

Snow Falls

32.5 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Piney Falls waterfall

Lower Piney Falls

20.2 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

All 48 Waterfalls Near Charleston

Monteagle Falls

24.3 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

37.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

13 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.0 miles 200 ft

Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

28.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

1.8 miles 400 ft

Queens Falls waterfall

Queens Falls

16.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

Leatherwood Falls waterfall

Leatherwood Falls

30.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Pilot Falls waterfall

Pilot Falls

15 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 200 ft

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

44 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Charleston

Are there free waterfalls near Charleston?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Charleston, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Charleston?

There are 12 easy waterfall hikes near Charleston, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Charleston?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Charleston, including Bald River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Charleston?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near Charleston, including Bald River Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Charleston?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Charleston, including Foster Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Charleston?

The shortest waterfall hike near Charleston is Bald River Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Charleston?

The tallest waterfall near Charleston is Fall Creek Falls at 256 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Charleston require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Charleston?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Charleston have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Charleston?

The closest waterfall to Charleston is Bullet Creek Falls, approximately 14.1 miles away.

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