Waterfall Hikes Near Dunlap, TN

5,443 residents
Chicago Time Zone
54 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dunlap? There are 54 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

50 of 54 gauged

50 waterfalls near Dunlap have live flow data today

Baker Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Bluehole Falls Moderate Bosworth Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Copperas Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Machine Falls Moderate Ovoca Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rutledge Falls Moderate Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Ozone Falls Barely Flowing Benton Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Deer Lick Falls Moderate Jumpoff Falls Moderate Monteagle Falls Moderate Bullet Creek Falls Barely Flowing Burgess Falls Barely Flowing Cane Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Piney Creek Falls Barely Flowing Virgin Falls Barely Flowing Cul-car-mac Falls Barely Flowing De Soto Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Falling Water Falls Low Flatrock Falls Low Freudenberg Falls Low Rockstack Falls Low Slider Falls Low Foster Falls Moderate Great Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Middle Creek Falls Moderate Three Creeks Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Lula Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 98°F

Sat 96°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 98°F Sunny Best
Mon 98°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 96°F Sunny
Thu 92°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Dunlap

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls Moderate · 794 cfs 71st percentile
  2. 2 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 794 cfs 71st percentile
  3. 3 Keown Falls Moderate · 1920 cfs 65th percentile
  4. 4 Foster Falls Moderate · 244 cfs 59th percentile
  5. 5 Three Creeks Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 56th percentile
  6. 6 Laurel Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 56th 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 54 Waterfalls Near Dunlap

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

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

Virgin Falls

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

Cascade Falls

44 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Hilliard Falls

8.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Jumpoff Falls

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

Great Falls

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

Pilot Falls

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

Rutledge Falls

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

Machine Falls

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

Little Falls

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

Bluehole Falls

15.3 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

15.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Ovoca Falls

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

High Falls

28.1 miles away
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

13.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

39.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bosworth Falls

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

Baker Falls

4.4 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 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dunlap, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dunlap?

There are 33 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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