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

1 of 33 waterfalls near Collegedale is flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms · 79°F

Aft 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
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Sun 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mem 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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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

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

Falling Water Falls

33.8 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft

All 37 Waterfalls Near Collegedale

Stinging Fork Falls waterfall

Stinging Fork Falls

43.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Jumpoff Falls

18.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

12.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Monteagle Falls

7.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Piney Falls waterfall

Lower Piney Falls

40.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Upper Piney Falls waterfall

Upper Piney Falls

40 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Deer Lick Falls

33.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Cane Creek Falls waterfall

Cane Creek Falls

26.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

26.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

19 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Ray Falls waterfall

Ray Falls

36.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

1.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

43.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

33.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

41.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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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