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

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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

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

46.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Piney Falls waterfall

Lower Piney Falls

33.5 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

Burgess Falls waterfall

Burgess Falls

35.8 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

1.5 miles 200 ft

Ray Falls waterfall

Ray Falls

3.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bullet Creek Falls waterfall

Bullet Creek Falls

22.8 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

3.0 miles 400 ft

Cul-car-mac Falls

44.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

18.2 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

3.0 miles 200 ft

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

43.5 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

6.8 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.6 miles 314 ft

Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

7.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

33.2 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

1.8 miles 400 ft

Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

6.4 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

0.6 miles 100 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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