Waterfall Hikes Near Dandridge, TN

3,351 residents

New York Time Zone

18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Dandridge fronts Douglas Lake and keeps some of the oldest streets in Tennessee, and its eighteen falls hang mostly in the mountains to the south. Mingo Falls returns a lot for a little, 120 feet of water after four tenths of a mile with 160 feet of climb packed in, dogs allowed. Ramsey Cascades demands eight miles and 2,200 feet of gain for its 100 feet. Laurel Falls keeps the morning easy at 2.6 miles to an 80 footer.

Located at 36.0284°N, -83.4308°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dandridge

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Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Dandridge have live flow data today

Abrams Falls Moderate Berties Falls Moderate Buckeye Falls Barely Flowing Spivey Falls Barely Flowing Burningtown Falls Moderate Flat Creek Falls Low Flatrock Falls Moderate Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Ramsey Cascades Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Little Creek Falls Moderate Mingo Falls Moderate Mouse Creek Falls Moderate Queens Falls Moderate Woodfin Falls Moderate Soco Falls Moderate

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dandridge (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.

Laurel Falls

22.1 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.6 miles 314 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dandridge (9 waterfalls)

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

Grotto Falls

29.2 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.6 miles 585 ft

Mouse Creek Falls

28.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.2 miles 600 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Dandridge

Grotto Falls

29.2 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.6 miles 585 ft

Rainbow Falls

29.3 miles away

Tennessee

Hard

5.4 miles 800 ft

Ramsey Cascades

33 miles away

Tennessee

Hard

8.0 miles 2,200 ft

Wilson Falls

31 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Laurel Falls

22.1 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.6 miles 314 ft

Mouse Creek Falls

28.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.2 miles 600 ft

Little Creek Falls

39.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Mingo Falls

42.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

0.4 miles 160 ft

Flat Creek Falls

33.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.5 miles 800 ft

Soco Falls

49.1 miles away

North Carolina

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Buckeye Falls

9.3 miles away

Tennessee

Hard

8.0 miles 2 ft

Abrams Falls

13.3 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

5.0 miles 675 ft

Spivey Falls

13.5 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Woodfin Falls

38.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Burningtown Falls

49.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Queens Falls

39 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

Flatrock Falls

34.7 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Berties Falls

48.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dandridge

Are there free waterfalls near Dandridge?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Dandridge, including Buckeye Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dandridge?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Dandridge, including Laurel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dandridge?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dandridge, including Buckeye Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dandridge?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dandridge, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Dandridge?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Dandridge, including Mouse Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dandridge?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dandridge is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Dandridge?

The tallest waterfall near Dandridge is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dandridge?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Dandridge have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dandridge?

The closest waterfall to Dandridge is Grotto Falls, approximately 18.1 miles away.

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