Waterfall Hikes Near Cookeville, TN

34,967 residents
Chicago Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cookeville? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cookeville. 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 36.1482°N, -85.5109°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cookeville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 29 gauged

25 waterfalls near Cookeville have live flow data today

Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Ozone Falls Barely Flowing Burgess Falls Moderate Cane Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Piney Creek Falls Barely Flowing Virgin Falls Barely Flowing Cul-car-mac Falls Barely Flowing Cummins Falls Moderate Dry Creek Falls Moderate Double Drop Falls Moderate Jacks Rock Falls Moderate Great Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Lower Piney Falls Barely Flowing Upper Piney Falls Barely Flowing Magendanz Falls Moderate Northrup Falls Moderate Seventy Six Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 95°F

Thu 94°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 95°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Ind 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Cookeville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Double Drop Falls Moderate · 48 cfs 49th percentile
  2. 2 Jacks Rock Falls Moderate · 48 cfs 49th percentile
  3. 3 Northrup Falls Moderate · 227 cfs 48th percentile
  4. 4 Magendanz Falls Moderate · 227 cfs 48th percentile
  5. 5 Seventy Six Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 46th percentile
  6. 6 Cummins Falls Moderate · 19 cfs 43rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cookeville (5 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cookeville (15 waterfalls)

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

Cummins Falls waterfall

Cummins Falls

21.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Burgess Falls waterfall

Burgess Falls

36.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Cookeville

Dry Creek Falls waterfall

Dry Creek Falls

21.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Cummins Falls waterfall

Cummins Falls

21.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Burgess Falls waterfall

Burgess Falls

36.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Cul-car-mac Falls

23.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft
Pilot Falls waterfall

Pilot Falls

42.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

29.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

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

Fall Creek Falls

43.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Cane Creek Falls waterfall

Cane Creek Falls

Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Double Drop Falls

11.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jacks Rock Falls waterfall

Jacks Rock Falls

16.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

24.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Magendanz Falls

22.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Northrup Falls waterfall

Northrup Falls

22.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
1.3 miles 200 ft
Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

23.3 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hilliard Falls

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

Crystal Falls

22.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cookeville

Are there free waterfalls near Cookeville?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Cookeville, including Burgess Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cookeville?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Cookeville, including Hemlock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cookeville?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cookeville, including Burgess Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cookeville?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cookeville, including Burgess Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cookeville?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Cookeville, including Cummins Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cookeville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cookeville is Basin Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cookeville?

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

Do any waterfalls near Cookeville require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Cookeville require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cookeville?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Cookeville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cookeville?

The closest waterfall to Cookeville is Dry Creek Falls, approximately 7.5 miles away.

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