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.

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

24 of 32 waterfalls near Chattanooga are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 70°F

Tod 72°F Mostly Sunny

Fri 72°F Partly Sunny

Sat 66°F Chance Rain Showers

Sun 70°F Sunny Best

Mon 78°F Sunny

Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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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.