Waterfall Hikes Near Elgin, TN

157 residents
New_York Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elgin? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elgin. 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 36.3285°N, -84.6091°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elgin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 23 gauged

23 waterfalls near Elgin have live flow data today

Amos Falls Barely Flowing Cumberland Falls Barely Flowing Dog Slaughter Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Ozone Falls Barely Flowing Cummins Falls Moderate Dry Creek Falls Moderate Double Drop Falls Barely Flowing Jacks Rock Falls Barely Flowing Double Falls Barely Flowing Magendanz Falls Barely Flowing Northrup Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Jock Falls Barely Flowing Seventy Six Falls Barely Flowing Lower Piney Falls Barely Flowing Upper Piney Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms · 78°F

Aft 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Fri 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mem 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Elgin (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.

Northrup Falls waterfall

Northrup Falls

12.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
1.3 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Elgin (14 waterfalls)

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

Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

5.5 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.6 miles 1,200 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

9.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

All 23 Waterfalls Near Elgin

Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

5.5 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.6 miles 1,200 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

9.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Northrup Falls waterfall

Northrup Falls

12.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
1.3 miles 200 ft

Magendanz Falls

13.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jacks Rock Falls waterfall

Jacks Rock Falls

15.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Flatrock Falls

18 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Double Drop Falls

18.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

30.5 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

33.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

Jock Falls

35.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cumberland Falls waterfall

Cumberland Falls

48.6 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

48.8 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Ray Falls waterfall

Ray Falls

36.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dog Slaughter Falls waterfall

Dog Slaughter Falls

48.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
Amos Falls waterfall

Amos Falls

Kentucky
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft
Upper Piney Falls waterfall

Upper Piney Falls

40 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Lower Piney Falls waterfall

Lower Piney Falls

40.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Dry Creek Falls waterfall

Dry Creek Falls

29 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Stinging Fork Falls waterfall

Stinging Fork Falls

43.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elgin

Are there free waterfalls near Elgin?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Elgin, including Amos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Elgin?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Elgin, including Amos Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elgin?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Elgin, including Amos Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elgin?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elgin, including Amos Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Elgin?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Elgin, including Cummins Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elgin?

The shortest waterfall hike near Elgin is Amos Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Elgin?

The tallest waterfall near Elgin is Ozone Falls at 110 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Elgin require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elgin?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Elgin have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elgin?

The closest waterfall to Elgin is Double Falls, approximately 5.5 miles away.

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