Waterfall Hikes Near Chattanooga, TN

406,849 residents
New_York Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Chattanooga sits where the Tennessee River cuts a deep gorge through the southern Appalachian foothills, with steep ridgelines, sandstone bluff faces, and mixed hardwood slopes around Lookout Mountain and the Cumberland Plateau. The area's waterfall hikes are dominated by moderate forested routes and rocky canyon scrambles, supplemented by several short roadside cascades and one drive-up access; dramatic river- and bluff-side overlooks and rich temperate forests make nearby cascades varied and scenic.

Located at 35.0660°N, -85.2481°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Chattanooga

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

32 of 36 gauged

32 waterfalls near Chattanooga have live flow data today

Benton Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Deer Lick Falls Moderate Jumpoff Falls Moderate Monteagle Falls Moderate Bullet Creek Falls Moderate Cane Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Piney Creek Falls Barely Flowing Virgin Falls Barely Flowing Falling Water Falls Moderate Flatrock Falls Moderate Freudenberg Falls Moderate Rockstack Falls Moderate Slider Falls Moderate Foster Falls Moderate Hilliard Falls Moderate Stinging Fork Falls Moderate Keown Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Middle Creek Falls Moderate Three Creeks Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Little River Falls Moderate Lower Piney Falls Moderate Upper Piney Falls Moderate Lula Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 77°F

Sun 85°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Mon 75°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Tue 77°F Sunny Best
Wed 81°F Sunny
Thu 78°F Sunny
Fri 82°F Sunny
Sat 88°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Chattanooga (8 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.

Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

20 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

7.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Chattanooga

Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

20 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

7.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Slider Falls waterfall

Slider Falls

27.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Flatrock Falls

41.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Freudenberg Falls

41.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Creek Falls waterfall

Middle Creek Falls

28 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Three Creeks Falls waterfall

Three Creeks Falls

28 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Rockstack Falls waterfall

Rockstack Falls

0.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

18.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

9.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

21.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

49.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

49.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft

Jumpoff Falls

41.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Morphy Falls

34.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

27.9 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft

Monteagle Falls

34.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Falls waterfall

Snow Falls

39 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Chattanooga

Are there free waterfalls near Chattanooga?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Chattanooga, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Chattanooga?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Chattanooga, including Benton Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Chattanooga?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Chattanooga, including Benton Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Chattanooga?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Chattanooga, including Benton Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Chattanooga?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Chattanooga, including Foster Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Chattanooga?

The shortest waterfall hike near Chattanooga is Benton Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Chattanooga?

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

Do any waterfalls near Chattanooga require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Chattanooga require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Chattanooga?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Chattanooga have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Chattanooga?

The closest waterfall to Chattanooga is Falling Water Falls, approximately 7.5 miles away.

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