Waterfall Hikes Near Cleveland, TN

72,870 residents

New_York Time Zone

44 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cleveland? There are 44 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cleveland. 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 35.1817°N, -84.8707°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cleveland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

40 of 44 gauged

40 waterfalls near Cleveland have live flow data today

Bald River Falls Moderate Bullet Creek Falls Moderate Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Ozone Falls Barely Flowing Bemis Camp Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate Santeetlah Bluff Falls Moderate Sassafras Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Stewart Falls Moderate Benton Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Deer Lick Falls Moderate Jumpoff Falls Moderate Monteagle Falls Moderate Cane Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Piney Creek Falls Barely Flowing Falling Water Falls Moderate Flatrock Falls Moderate Freudenberg Falls Moderate Rockstack Falls Moderate Slider Falls Moderate Foster Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Hilliard Falls Moderate Pilot Falls Moderate Ray Falls Moderate Stinging Fork Falls Moderate Keown Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Middle Creek Falls Moderate Three Creeks Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Lower Piney Falls Low Upper Piney Falls Low Lula Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 79°F

Tod 76°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

Tue 79°F Sunny Best

Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny

Thu 76°F Sunny

Fri 81°F Sunny

Sat 88°F Mostly Sunny

Sun 91°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cleveland (10 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

27.9 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

3.0 miles 200 ft

Falling Water Falls

20 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

0.3 miles 100 ft

All 44 Waterfalls Near Cleveland

Benton Falls

27.9 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

3.0 miles 200 ft

Falling Water Falls

20 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

0.3 miles 100 ft

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

Rockstack Falls

0.5 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Bullet Creek Falls

39.7 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

3.0 miles 400 ft

Middle Creek Falls

28 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Three Creeks Falls

28 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

3.0 miles 400 ft

Laurel Falls

38.4 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.6 miles 314 ft

Snow Falls

39 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Morphy Falls

34.1 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Piney Falls

22.8 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

Upper Piney Falls

22.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 200 ft

Stinging Fork Falls

25.8 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Laurel Falls

7.6 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.6 miles 314 ft

Crystal Falls

21.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Ray Falls

19.2 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hilliard Falls

39.3 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Lula Falls

18.8 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

4.2 miles 600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cleveland

Are there free waterfalls near Cleveland?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Cleveland, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cleveland?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Cleveland, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cleveland?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cleveland, including Bald River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cleveland?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cleveland, including Bald River Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cleveland?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cleveland, including Foster Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cleveland?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Cleveland?

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

Do any waterfalls near Cleveland require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cleveland?

Yes, 26 waterfalls near Cleveland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cleveland?

The closest waterfall to Cleveland is Benton Falls, approximately 13.6 miles away.

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