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

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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 Low 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 Low Upper Piney Falls Low Magendanz Falls Moderate Northrup Falls Moderate Seventy Six Falls Moderate

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Best Day to Hike

Monday

Patchy Fog · 89°F

Fri 95°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Ind 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 89°F Patchy Fog Best

Tue 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Wed 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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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

Stinging Fork Falls waterfall

Stinging Fork Falls

24.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Ray Falls waterfall

Ray Falls

21.9 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Seventy Six Falls waterfall

Seventy Six Falls

39.9 miles away

Kentucky

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

20.7 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.6 miles 314 ft

Upper Piney Falls waterfall

Upper Piney Falls

21.4 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 200 ft

Lower Piney Falls waterfall

Lower Piney Falls

21.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 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

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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