Waterfall Hikes Near Dahlonega, GA

7,083 residents
New York Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dahlonega? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dahlonega. 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 34.5311°N, -83.9804°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dahlonega

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 33 gauged

2 of 33 waterfalls near Dahlonega are flowing strongly today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Anna Ruby Falls Barely Flowing Dukes Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bald River Falls Moderate Berties Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Moderate Leatherwood Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate Sassafras Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Black Falls Barely Flowing Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Roaring Toccoa Falls Roaring DeSoto Falls Barely Flowing Helton Creek Falls Barely Flowing High Water Falls Barely Flowing Nottely Falls Barely Flowing Estatoah Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Timpson Falls Barely Flowing Haynes Falls Barely Flowing Horsetrough Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Noontootla Falls Barely Flowing Sea Creek Falls Barely Flowing Isaqueena Falls Barely Flowing Sids Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Moderate Queens Falls Moderate Padgett Falls Barely Flowing Stekoa Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 91°F

Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Dahlonega

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Toccoa Falls Roaring · 91 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Cascade Falls Roaring · 91 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Bald River Falls Moderate · 108 cfs 45th percentile
  4. 4 Queens Falls Moderate · 85 cfs 43rd percentile
  5. 5 Kennedy Falls Moderate · 85 cfs 43rd percentile
  6. 6 Stekoa Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 33rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dahlonega (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.

DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

44.6 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dahlonega (23 waterfalls)

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

Clay Creek Falls

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

Cochrans Falls

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

Amicalola Falls

33.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Dahlonega

Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft

Sassafras Falls

9.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

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

Upper Falls

10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

Timpson Falls

37.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sids Falls waterfall

Sids Falls

31.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stekoa Falls waterfall CC

Stekoa Falls

20.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

47.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bald River Falls waterfall

Bald River Falls

15.7 miles away
Tennessee
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Berties Falls waterfall

Berties Falls

33.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Estatoah Falls waterfall

Estatoah Falls

35.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Isaqueena Falls waterfall

Isaqueena Falls

18.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Queens Falls waterfall

Queens Falls

46.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dahlonega

Are there free waterfalls near Dahlonega?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Dahlonega, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dahlonega?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Dahlonega, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dahlonega?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dahlonega, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dahlonega?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dahlonega, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dahlonega?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dahlonega is Amicalola Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Dahlonega?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dahlonega?

Yes, 33 waterfalls near Dahlonega have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dahlonega?

The closest waterfall to Dahlonega is Clay Creek Falls, approximately 2.1 miles away.

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Quality Inn Dahlonega Near University

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