Waterfall Hikes Near Druid Hills, GA

8,467 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Druid Hills? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Druid Hills. These trails range from hard to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 33.7842°N, -84.3272°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Druid Hills

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

4 of 5 waterfalls near Druid Hills are flowing strongly today

Amicalola Falls Strong Cochrans Falls Strong Clay Creek Falls Strong Hightower Falls Strong Padgett Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 93°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 95°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 91°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Druid Hills

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Hightower Falls Strong · 13 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Amicalola Falls Strong · 110 cfs 77th percentile
  3. 3 Clay Creek Falls Strong · 150 cfs 77th percentile
  4. 4 Cochrans Falls Strong · 110 cfs 77th percentile
  5. 5 Padgett Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 61st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Druid Hills (4 waterfalls)

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

Padgett Falls

20.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

18.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

49.8 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft

Clay Creek Falls

43.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Druid Hills

Padgett Falls

20.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

18.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

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

Cochrans Falls

49.8 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft

Clay Creek Falls

43.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Druid Hills

Are there free waterfalls near Druid Hills?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Druid Hills, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Druid Hills?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Druid Hills, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Druid Hills?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Druid Hills, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Druid Hills?

The shortest waterfall hike near Druid Hills is Amicalola Falls at 2.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Druid Hills?

The tallest waterfall near Druid Hills is Amicalola Falls at 729 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Druid Hills require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Druid Hills requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Druid Hills?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Druid Hills have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Druid Hills?

The closest waterfall to Druid Hills is Padgett Falls, approximately 38.6 miles away.

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