Waterfall Hikes Near Dunwoody, GA

51,458 residents
New York Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dunwoody? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dunwoody. 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 33.9418°N, -84.3122°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dunwoody

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

7 of 8 waterfalls near Dunwoody are flowing strongly today

Amicalola Falls Strong Cochrans Falls Strong Black Falls Roaring Clay Creek Falls Roaring High Falls Strong Noontootla Falls Strong Hightower Falls Moderate Padgett Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 92°F

Aft 92°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 92°F Sunny Best
Sat 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 87°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Dunwoody

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Black Falls Roaring · 224 cfs 92nd percentile
  2. 2 Clay Creek Falls Roaring · 224 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Roaring · 364 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Noontootla Falls Roaring · 364 cfs 90th percentile
  5. 5 Padgett Falls Strong · 34 cfs 89th percentile
  6. 6 Amicalola Falls Strong · 160 cfs 86th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dunwoody (6 waterfalls)

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

Padgett Falls

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

Amicalola Falls

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

Cochrans Falls

38 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft

Noontootla Falls

3.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

44.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Dunwoody

Padgett Falls

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

Amicalola Falls

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

Cochrans Falls

38 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

46.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Noontootla Falls

3.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

44.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

44.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

32.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dunwoody

Are there free waterfalls near Dunwoody?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Dunwoody, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dunwoody?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dunwoody, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dunwoody?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dunwoody, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dunwoody?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Dunwoody?

The tallest waterfall near Dunwoody is Amicalola Falls at 729 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Dunwoody require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dunwoody?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Dunwoody have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dunwoody?

The closest waterfall to Dunwoody is Padgett Falls, approximately 31.5 miles away.

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