Waterfall Hikes Near East Ellijay, GA

530 residents

New_York Time Zone

25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near East Ellijay? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of East Ellijay. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.6760°N, -84.4761°W

Map of Waterfalls Near East Ellijay

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25 waterfalls near East Ellijay have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Anna Ruby Falls Barely Flowing Dukes Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bald River Falls Barely Flowing Bullet Creek Falls Barely Flowing Benton Falls Barely Flowing Black Falls Barely Flowing Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing DeSoto Falls Barely Flowing Helton Creek Falls Barely Flowing High Water Falls Barely Flowing Nottely Falls Barely Flowing Haynes Falls Barely Flowing Horsetrough Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Noontootla Falls Barely Flowing Sea Creek Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Barely Flowing Leatherwood Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Sassafras Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near East Ellijay (5 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around East Ellijay (19 waterfalls)

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

Padgett Falls

30.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Noontootla Falls

36.3 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

Georgia

Moderate

2.1 miles 600 ft

Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

21.6 miles away

Georgia

Hard

4.2 miles 1,200 ft

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

35.3 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near East Ellijay

Padgett Falls

30.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Noontootla Falls

36.3 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

Georgia

Moderate

2.1 miles 600 ft

Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

21.6 miles away

Georgia

Hard

4.2 miles 1,200 ft

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

35.3 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

29.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sea Creek Falls waterfall

Sea Creek Falls

22.9 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

11.7 miles away

Georgia

Easy

2.2 miles 150 ft

High Water Falls waterfall

High Water Falls

27.3 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

21.8 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

26.3 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

26.7 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

3.0 miles 200 ft

Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

34.9 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

40 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

1.8 miles 400 ft

Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

36.9 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.0 miles 400 ft

Bullet Creek Falls waterfall

Bullet Creek Falls

Tennessee

Moderate

3.0 miles 400 ft

Horsetrough Falls waterfall

Horsetrough Falls

41.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Anna Ruby Falls waterfall

Anna Ruby Falls

43.2 miles away

Georgia

Easy

0.9 miles 200 ft

Haynes Falls waterfall

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Haynes Falls

44.8 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

20.5 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near East Ellijay

Are there free waterfalls near East Ellijay?

There are 11 free waterfalls near East Ellijay, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near East Ellijay?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near East Ellijay, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in East Ellijay?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near East Ellijay, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near East Ellijay?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near East Ellijay, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near East Ellijay?

The shortest waterfall hike near East Ellijay is Amicalola Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near East Ellijay?

The tallest waterfall near East Ellijay is Amicalola Falls at 729 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around East Ellijay?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near East Ellijay have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to East Ellijay?

The closest waterfall to East Ellijay is Padgett Falls, approximately 11.3 miles away.

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