Waterfall Hikes Near Columbia, TN

42,474 residents
Chicago Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Columbia? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Columbia. 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 35.6238°N, -87.0484°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Columbia

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Columbia have live flow data today

Baker Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Bluehole Falls Moderate Bosworth Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Copperas Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Machine Falls Moderate Ovoca Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rutledge Falls Moderate Boone Falls Moderate Copperas Falls Barely Flowing Marcella Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Jackson Falls Barely Flowing Jenkins Falls Barely Flowing Rattlesnake Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 100°F

Tod 100°F Sunny Best
Sun 100°F Sunny
Mon 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 95°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Wed 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Columbia

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Boone Falls Moderate · 291 cfs 36th percentile
  2. 2 Rutledge Falls Moderate · 57 cfs 26th percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 57 cfs 26th percentile
  4. 4 Ovoca Falls Moderate · 57 cfs 26th percentile
  5. 5 Machine Falls Moderate · 57 cfs 26th percentile
  6. 6 Little Falls Moderate · 57 cfs 26th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Columbia (1 waterfall)

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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Columbia (10 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

37.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
0.4 miles 200 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

46.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Marcella Falls

38.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

33.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Columbia

Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

37.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
0.4 miles 200 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

46.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Rattlesnake Falls waterfall

Rattlesnake Falls

48 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jenkins Falls waterfall

Jenkins Falls

47.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Marcella Falls

38.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

33.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

38.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Baker Falls waterfall

Baker Falls

4.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bosworth Falls

13.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Boone Falls waterfall CC

Boone Falls

45.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

39.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ovoca Falls

40.9 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

15.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bluehole Falls waterfall

Bluehole Falls

15.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

15.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Machine Falls waterfall

Machine Falls

1.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

3.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Columbia

Are there free waterfalls near Columbia?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Columbia, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Columbia?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Columbia, including Ovoca Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Columbia?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Columbia, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbia?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbia, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Columbia?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Columbia, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Columbia?

The shortest waterfall hike near Columbia is Baker Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Columbia?

The tallest waterfall near Columbia is Rainbow Falls at 80 feet.

What is the closest waterfall to Columbia?

The closest waterfall to Columbia is Jackson Falls, approximately 14 miles away.

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