Waterfall Hikes Near Cumming, GA

7,371 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Georgia 400 runs from Cumming straight into the Dawsonville foothills, which makes waterfall access easier here than almost anywhere else in the metro. Sixteen falls show up within fifty miles. The 729-foot drop at Amicalola is the obvious first trip, 2.1 miles of trail and 600 feet of gain. Clay Creek Falls near Dahlonega asks half a mile. High Falls loops 1.5 miles on easy grades. Dogs ride along fine, since everything with a trail on this list allows them.

Located at 34.2063°N, -84.1339°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cumming

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

16 waterfalls near Cumming have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Anna Ruby Falls Barely Flowing Dukes Creek Falls Barely Flowing Black Falls Barely Flowing Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing DeSoto Falls Barely Flowing Helton Creek Falls Barely Flowing High Water Falls Barely Flowing Nottely Falls Barely Flowing Haynes Falls Low Horsetrough Falls Low Padgett Falls Low

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

  1. 1 Padgett Falls Low · 2 cfs 20th percentile
  2. 2 Haynes Falls Low · 45 cfs 16th percentile
  3. 3 Horsetrough Falls Low · 45 cfs 16th percentile
  4. 4 Anna Ruby Falls Barely Flowing · 60 cfs 9th percentile
  5. 5 Dukes Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 60 cfs 9th percentile
  6. 6 Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing · 64 cfs 6th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cumming (2 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 Cumming (12 waterfalls)

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

Clay Creek Falls

41.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

44.5 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

31.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Noontootla Falls

35.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Cumming

Clay Creek Falls

41.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

42.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

44.5 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

31.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Noontootla Falls

35.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Padgett Falls

27.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sea Creek Falls waterfall

Sea Creek Falls

35.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

24.3 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft
High Water Falls waterfall

High Water Falls

24 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

23 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

23.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

30.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
Horsetrough Falls waterfall

Horsetrough Falls

26.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Anna Ruby Falls waterfall

Anna Ruby Falls

33.7 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
Haynes Falls waterfall CC

Haynes Falls

22.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cumming

Are there free waterfalls near Cumming?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Cumming, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cumming?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Cumming, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cumming?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cumming, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cumming?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cumming, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cumming?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cumming is Amicalola Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cumming?

The tallest waterfall near Cumming is Amicalola Falls at 729 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cumming?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Cumming have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cumming?

The closest waterfall to Cumming is Clay Creek Falls, approximately 20.9 miles away.

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