Waterfall Hikes Near Dunlap, TN

5,443 residents
Chicago Time Zone
53 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dunlap? There are 53 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dunlap. 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 35.3675°N, -85.3899°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dunlap

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

49 of 53 gauged

49 waterfalls near Dunlap 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 Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Ozone Falls Barely Flowing Benton Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Deer Lick Falls Barely Flowing Jumpoff Falls Barely Flowing Monteagle Falls Barely Flowing Bullet Creek Falls Moderate 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 Falling Water Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Middle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Three Creeks Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Lower Piney Falls Barely Flowing Upper Piney Falls Barely Flowing Lula Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 95°F

Wed 95°F Sunny Best
Thu 97°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Dunlap

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Burgess Falls Moderate · 27 cfs 49th percentile
  2. 2 Virgin Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 47th percentile
  3. 3 Hemlock Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 47th percentile
  4. 4 Cane Creek Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 47th percentile
  5. 5 Fall Creek Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 47th percentile
  6. 6 Piney Creek Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 47th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dunlap (10 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.

All 53 Waterfalls Near Dunlap

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

35.8 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

29.3 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

6.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Hilliard Falls

39.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Jumpoff Falls

30 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

Pilot Falls

24.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

24.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Machine Falls waterfall

Machine Falls

39.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

46 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Bluehole Falls waterfall

Bluehole Falls

46.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

45.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Ovoca Falls

47.7 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stinging Fork Falls waterfall

Stinging Fork Falls

3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

44.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

47.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bosworth Falls

43.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Baker Falls waterfall

Baker Falls

42.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dunlap

Are there free waterfalls near Dunlap?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Dunlap, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dunlap?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Dunlap, including Benton Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dunlap?

There are 28 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dunlap, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dunlap?

There are 32 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dunlap, including Benton Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Dunlap?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Dunlap, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dunlap?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dunlap is Baker Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Dunlap?

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

Do any waterfalls near Dunlap require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dunlap?

Yes, 23 waterfalls near Dunlap have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dunlap?

The closest waterfall to Dunlap is Rockstack Falls, approximately 12.4 miles away.

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