Waterfall Hikes Near Dacula, GA

6,906 residents

New York Time Zone

16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

From Dacula the mountains start past Gainesville, up around Helen and Blairsville. Helton Creek Falls gives the most for the least, a hundred feet of water three tenths of a mile from the car. Dukes Creek pours 150 feet near Helen, a moderate two miles with 400 feet to climb on the return. DeSoto stacks its 120 feet off US 129 behind a bit over two miles of easy walking. Cochrans Falls goes six hundred feet, guarded by 4.2 hard miles. Sixteen falls in range, dogs welcome at all four of these.

Located at 33.9815°N, -83.8952°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dacula

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16 waterfalls near Dacula 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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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dacula (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.

DeSoto Falls

24.3 miles away

Georgia

Easy

2.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dacula (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

Helton Creek Falls

23.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dukes Creek Falls

30.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.0 miles 400 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Dacula

Clay Creek Falls

41.9 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

DeSoto Falls

24.3 miles away

Georgia

Easy

2.2 miles 150 ft

High Water Falls

24 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Helton Creek Falls

23.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Nottely Falls

23 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dukes Creek Falls

30.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.0 miles 400 ft

Black Falls

42.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Cochrans Falls

44.5 miles away

Georgia

Hard

4.2 miles 1,200 ft

Amicalola Falls

31.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.1 miles 600 ft

Horsetrough Falls

26.1 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Anna Ruby Falls

33.7 miles away

Georgia

Easy

0.9 miles 200 ft

High Falls

34.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sea Creek Falls

35.6 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

Haynes Falls

22.3 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dacula

Are there free waterfalls near Dacula?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dacula?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dacula?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dacula?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dacula?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Dacula?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dacula?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Dacula have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dacula?

The closest waterfall to Dacula is Clay Creek Falls, approximately 32.5 miles away.

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