Waterfall Hikes Near Collegedale, TN

11,001 residents
New York Time Zone
37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Collegedale? There are 37 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Collegedale. 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 35.0526°N, -85.0488°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Collegedale

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 37 gauged

14 of 33 waterfalls near Collegedale are flowing strongly today

Basin Falls Low Laurel Falls Low Benton Falls Roaring Bridal Veil Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Deer Lick Falls Roaring Jumpoff Falls Roaring Monteagle Falls Roaring Bullet Creek Falls Roaring Cane Creek Falls Strong Fall Creek Falls Strong Hemlock Falls Strong Piney Creek Falls Strong De Soto Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Barely Flowing Hilliard Falls Moderate Ray Falls Moderate Stinging Fork Falls Moderate Keown Falls Strong Laurel Falls Low Middle Creek Falls Low Three Creeks Falls Low Little Falls Roaring Lower Piney Falls Moderate Upper Piney Falls Moderate Lula Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 90°F

Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best
Tue 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Sat 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Collegedale

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Bullet Creek Falls Roaring · 196 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Bridal Veil Falls Roaring · 45 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Cascade Falls Roaring · 45 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Deer Lick Falls Roaring · 45 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Jumpoff Falls Roaring · 45 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Monteagle Falls Roaring · 45 cfs 96th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Collegedale (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.

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

23.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

43.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft

All 37 Waterfalls Near Collegedale

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

23.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

43.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft
Slider Falls waterfall

Slider Falls

0.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Flatrock Falls

0.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Freudenberg Falls

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

Middle Creek Falls

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

Three Creeks Falls

25.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft

Rockstack Falls

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

Lula Falls

44.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

24.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft
Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

31.9 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft

Morphy Falls

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

Snow Falls

32.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

37.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

22.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Hilliard Falls

33.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

18.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bullet Creek Falls waterfall

Bullet Creek Falls

45.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Collegedale

Are there free waterfalls near Collegedale?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Collegedale, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Collegedale?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Collegedale?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Collegedale, including Benton Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Collegedale?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Collegedale?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Collegedale?

The shortest waterfall hike near Collegedale is Basin Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Collegedale?

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

Do any waterfalls near Collegedale require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Collegedale?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Collegedale have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Collegedale?

The closest waterfall to Collegedale is Laurel Falls, approximately 15.4 miles away.

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