Waterfall Hikes Near Columbus, GA

264,282 residents
New York Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Columbus? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Columbus. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 32.5100°N, -84.8771°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Columbus

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 2 gauged

1 waterfall near Columbus has live flow data today

Great Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 87°F

Tod 87°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best
Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 93°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 94°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Columbus

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

  1. 1 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 75 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Columbus (1 waterfall)

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

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Columbus

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Columbus

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Columbus?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Columbus, including Cascade Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbus?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Columbus, including Cascade Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Columbus?

The shortest waterfall hike near Columbus is Cascade Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Columbus?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Columbus has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Columbus?

The closest waterfall to Columbus is Great Falls, approximately 13.1 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Columbus, Georgia

Warm Springs

Warm Springs

26.6 mi 88°F

Warm Springs delivers 88°F water, 24 degrees above ambient, within F.D. Roosevelt State Park—Georgia's most thermally impressiv...

Parkman Spring

26.8 mi 77°F

Parkman Spring maintains a comfortable 77°F temperature, 13 degrees above ambient, and requires a short woodland walk in Meriwe...

Tom Brown Spring

31.7 mi 68°F

Tom Brown Spring maintains 68°F, barely 4 degrees above ambient, and sits roadside in Meriwether County near Manchester.

Thundering Spring

38.2 mi 75°F

Thundering Spring flows 75°F water, 11 degrees above ambient, in Upson County near Hannahs Mill, requiring a moderate woodland ...

Barker Spring

38.6 mi 73°F

Barker Spring maintains 73°F water, a modest 9 degrees above the regional ambient in Georgia's Piedmont, where it emerges roads...

Lifsey Spring

47.0 mi 79°F

Lifsey Spring delivers 79°F water, 15 degrees above ambient, making it one of Georgia's more noticeably warm thermal springs in...

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