Waterfall Hikes Near Dayton, TN

7,139 residents
New York Time Zone
48 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dayton? There are 48 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dayton. 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 35.4912°N, -85.0120°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dayton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

44 of 48 gauged

15 of 44 waterfalls near Dayton are flowing strongly today

Baker Falls Strong Big Falls Strong Bluehole Falls Strong Bosworth Falls Strong Little Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Bald River Falls Low Bullet Creek Falls Low Basin Falls Low Laurel Falls Low Ozone Falls Low Bridal Veil Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Deer Lick Falls Roaring Monteagle Falls Roaring Cane Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Piney Creek Falls Barely Flowing Virgin Falls Barely Flowing Falling Water Falls Moderate Flatrock Falls Moderate Freudenberg Falls Moderate Rockstack Falls Moderate Slider Falls Moderate Great Falls Roaring Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Strong Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Middle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Three Creeks Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Moderate Lower Piney Falls Strong Upper Piney Falls Strong Lula Falls Strong Magendanz Falls Barely Flowing Northrup Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Thu 93°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 96°F Sunny
Mon 96°F Sunny
Tue 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Dayton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Benton Falls Roaring · 124 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Foster Falls Roaring · 275 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Slider Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 93rd percentile
  4. 4 Rockstack Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 93rd percentile
  5. 5 Monteagle Falls Roaring · 81 cfs 93rd percentile
  6. 6 Great Falls Roaring · 1330 cfs 93rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dayton (12 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 waterfall

Laurel Falls

45 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dayton (25 waterfalls)

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

Snow Falls waterfall

Snow Falls

32.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stinging Fork Falls waterfall

Stinging Fork Falls

3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 48 Waterfalls Near Dayton

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

45 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Snow Falls waterfall

Snow Falls

32.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Morphy Falls

33.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

4.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Hilliard Falls

8.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Stinging Fork Falls waterfall

Stinging Fork Falls

3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lower Piney Falls waterfall

Lower Piney Falls

20.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Upper Piney Falls waterfall

Upper Piney Falls

0.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Ray Falls waterfall

Ray Falls

3.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cane Creek Falls waterfall

Cane Creek Falls

9.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

9.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

8.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

11.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

7.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Slider Falls waterfall

Slider Falls

41.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Flatrock Falls

41.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Freudenberg Falls

41.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

42 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft
Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

13 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Rockstack Falls

42.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dayton

Are there free waterfalls near Dayton?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Dayton, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dayton?

There are 12 easy waterfall hikes near Dayton, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dayton?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dayton, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dayton?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dayton, including Bald River Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Dayton?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Dayton, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dayton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dayton is Baker Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Dayton?

The tallest waterfall near Dayton is Fall Creek Falls at 256 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Dayton require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Dayton require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dayton?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Dayton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dayton?

The closest waterfall to Dayton is Laurel Falls, approximately 3.3 miles away.

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Where to Stay

Sleep Inn & Suites Dayton South

Sleep Inn & Suites Dayton South

7.9 131 reviews
Econo Lodge Dayton North

Econo Lodge Dayton North

8.1 113 reviews
Best Western Dayton

Best Western Dayton

8.0 187 reviews
Comfort Inn Dayton South

Comfort Inn Dayton South

7.5 76 reviews
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