Waterfall Hikes Near Cosby, TN

632 residents
New York Time Zone
58 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cosby? There are 58 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cosby. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.7952°N, -83.2457°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cosby

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

58 of 58 gauged

31 of 58 waterfalls near Cosby are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Roaring Betsy Falls Barely Flowing Fairfield Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Onion Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Onion Falls Barely Flowing Slatten Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Thurston Hatcher Falls Barely Flowing Bird Rock Falls Low Catheys Creek Falls Low Dismal Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Schoolhouse Falls Low Windy Falls Low Upper Falls Low Toxaway Falls Low Blue Sea Falls Strong Mitchell Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Strong Burningtown Falls Strong Cullasaja Falls Strong Dry Falls Strong Glen Falls Strong Highlands Falls Strong Satulah Falls Strong Buckeye Falls Roaring Spivey Falls Roaring Courthouse Falls Roaring Dill Falls Roaring Lower Vernal Falls Roaring Second Falls Roaring Yellowstone Falls Roaring Woodfin Falls Roaring Upper Vernal Falls Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Douglas Falk Roaring Walker Falls Roaring Flat Creek Falls Roaring Grotto Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Ramsey Cascades Roaring Wilson Falls Roaring High Falls Moderate Laughing Falls Moderate Looking Glass Falls Moderate Slick Rock Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Queens Falls Moderate Lower Falls Strong Mouse Creek Falls Strong Reems Creek Falls Roaring Soco Falls Moderate

Updated 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 90°F

Mon 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 91°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 91°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best

Flowing best right now near Cosby

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Mingo Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Little Creek Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Woodfin Falls Roaring · 43 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Vernal Falls Roaring · 43 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Dill Falls Roaring · 43 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Yellowstone Falls Roaring · 43 cfs 97th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cosby (13 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 Cosby (35 waterfalls)

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

Mouse Creek Falls waterfall

Mouse Creek Falls

25.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Mingo Falls waterfall

Mingo Falls

29.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

43.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft
Flat Creek Falls waterfall

Flat Creek Falls

32.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 58 Waterfalls Near Cosby

Ramsey Cascades waterfall

Ramsey Cascades

48.6 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2,200 ft
Mouse Creek Falls waterfall

Mouse Creek Falls

25.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Mingo Falls waterfall

Mingo Falls

29.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

43.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft
Flat Creek Falls waterfall

Flat Creek Falls

32.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

43.9 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
5.4 miles 800 ft
Soco Falls waterfall

Soco Falls

35.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Little Creek Falls waterfall

Little Creek Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

26.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

37.7 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Woodfin Falls waterfall

Woodfin Falls

40.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Thurston Hatcher Falls

17.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Reems Creek Falls waterfall

Reems Creek Falls

9.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

47.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Betsy Falls waterfall

Betsy Falls

North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Onion Falls waterfall

Onion Falls

47.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Onion Cliff Falls waterfall

Onion Cliff Falls

18.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Cullasaja Falls waterfall

Cullasaja Falls

9.1 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Dry Falls waterfall

Dry Falls

8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

17 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cosby

Are there free waterfalls near Cosby?

There are 37 free waterfalls near Cosby, including Bird Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cosby?

There are 13 easy waterfall hikes near Cosby, including Courthouse Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cosby?

There are 35 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cosby, including Bird Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cosby?

There are 37 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cosby, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cosby?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cosby, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cosby?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cosby is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cosby?

The tallest waterfall near Cosby is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cosby?

Yes, 58 waterfalls near Cosby have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cosby?

The closest waterfall to Cosby is Ramsey Cascades, approximately 6.5 miles away.

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