Waterfall Hikes Near Cowan, TN

1,827 residents
Chicago Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cowan? There are 36 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

36 of 36 gauged

36 waterfalls near Cowan have live flow data today

Baker Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Bluehole Falls Barely Flowing Bosworth Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Copperas Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Machine Falls Barely Flowing Ovoca Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rutledge Falls Barely Flowing 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 Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Middle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Three Creeks Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Lula Falls Barely Flowing Piney Branch Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 80°F

Fri 80°F Sunny Best
Sat 84°F Partly Sunny
Sun 89°F Sunny
Mon 90°F Sunny
Tue 90°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 85°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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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

19 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Deer Lick Falls

33.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cowan (17 waterfalls)

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

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Foster Falls

10.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Cowan

Jumpoff Falls

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

Cascade Falls

19 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Monteagle Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

12.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Deer Lick Falls

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

Foster Falls

10.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

18.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Machine Falls waterfall

Machine Falls

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

Little Falls

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

Bluehole Falls

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

Big Falls

0.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Ovoca Falls waterfall CC

Ovoca Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

3.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

11.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bosworth Falls

3.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Baker Falls waterfall

Baker Falls

17.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

22.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Boone Falls waterfall CC

Boone Falls

28.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Three Creeks Falls waterfall

Three Creeks Falls

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

Middle Creek Falls

41.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cowan

Are there free waterfalls near Cowan?

There are 13 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 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cowan, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cowan?

There are 21 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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