Waterfall Hikes Near Cowan, TN

1,827 residents
Chicago Time Zone
39 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cowan? There are 39 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cowan. 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 35.1629°N, -86.0142°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cowan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 39 gauged

39 waterfalls near Cowan have live flow data today

Baker Falls Low Big Falls Low Bluehole Falls Low Bosworth Falls Low Cascade Falls Low Copperas Falls Low Little Falls Low Machine Falls Low Ovoca Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rutledge Falls Low Boone Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Deer Lick Falls Barely Flowing Jumpoff Falls Barely Flowing Monteagle Falls Barely Flowing Cul-car-mac Falls Barely Flowing De Soto Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Falling Water Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Griffin Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Short Creek Falls Barely Flowing Swindell Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Moderate Middle Creek Falls Moderate Three Creeks Falls Moderate Little Falls Barely Flowing Lula Falls Barely Flowing Piney Branch Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 97°F

Aft 97°F Sunny Best
Mon 96°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 91°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Cowan

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls Moderate ยท 385 cfs 35th percentile
  2. 2 Rainbow Falls Moderate ยท 385 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Middle Creek Falls Moderate ยท 0 cfs 32nd percentile
  4. 4 Laurel Falls Moderate ยท 0 cfs 32nd percentile
  5. 5 Three Creeks Falls Moderate ยท 0 cfs 32nd percentile
  6. 6 Machine Falls Low ยท 39 cfs 14th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cowan (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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

44 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Deer Lick Falls

28 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cowan (19 waterfalls)

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

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

24.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

23.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

All 39 Waterfalls Near Cowan

Jumpoff Falls

5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

44 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Monteagle Falls

24.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

24.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Deer Lick Falls

28 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

23.8 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
Machine Falls waterfall

Machine Falls

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

Little Falls

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

Bluehole Falls

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

Big Falls

15.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Ovoca Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

13.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

39.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bosworth Falls

13.5 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
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

38.9 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
Three Creeks Falls waterfall

Three Creeks Falls

17.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Middle Creek Falls waterfall

Middle Creek Falls

33.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cowan

Are there free waterfalls near Cowan?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Cowan, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cowan?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Cowan, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cowan?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cowan, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cowan?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cowan, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cowan?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cowan, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cowan?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cowan is Baker Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cowan?

The tallest waterfall near Cowan is Falling Water Falls at 110 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Cowan require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Cowan requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cowan?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Cowan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cowan?

The closest waterfall to Cowan is Jumpoff Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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