Waterfall Hikes Near Dowelltown, TN

355 residents
Chicago Time Zone
27 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dowelltown? There are 27 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dowelltown. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 36.0125°N, -85.9426°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dowelltown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 27 gauged

27 waterfalls near Dowelltown have live flow data today

Baker Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Bluehole Falls Barely Flowing Bosworth Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Copperas Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Machine Falls Barely Flowing Ovoca Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rutledge Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Deer Lick Falls Barely Flowing Monteagle Falls Barely Flowing Burgess Falls Moderate Cane Creek Falls Moderate Fall Creek Falls Moderate Hemlock Falls Moderate Piney Creek Falls Moderate Virgin Falls Moderate Cul-car-mac Falls Barely Flowing Cummins Falls Moderate Dry Creek Falls Moderate Great Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 99°F

Wed 99°F Sunny Best
Thu 100°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 98°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 96°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 93°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 91°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Dowelltown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Dry Creek Falls Moderate · 25 cfs 59th percentile
  2. 2 Cummins Falls Moderate · 25 cfs 59th percentile
  3. 3 Burgess Falls Moderate · 27 cfs 49th percentile
  4. 4 Virgin Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 47th percentile
  5. 5 Piney Creek Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 47th percentile
  6. 6 Hemlock Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 47th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dowelltown (4 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 Dowelltown (17 waterfalls)

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

Burgess Falls waterfall

Burgess Falls

35.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

7.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cummins Falls waterfall

Cummins Falls

25.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft

All 27 Waterfalls Near Dowelltown

Copperas Falls

47.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

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

Fall Creek Falls

27.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Cane Creek Falls waterfall

Cane Creek Falls

27.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Deer Lick Falls

2.3 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

Monteagle Falls

2.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

42 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dowelltown

Are there free waterfalls near Dowelltown?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Dowelltown, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dowelltown?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Dowelltown, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dowelltown?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dowelltown, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dowelltown?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dowelltown, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Dowelltown?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dowelltown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dowelltown is Baker Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Dowelltown?

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

Do any waterfalls near Dowelltown require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dowelltown?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Dowelltown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dowelltown?

The closest waterfall to Dowelltown is Cul-car-mac Falls, approximately 10.3 miles away.

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