Waterfall Hikes Near Ellijay, GA

1,750 residents
New York Time Zone
27 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ellijay? There are 27 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of 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 34.6914°N, -84.4839°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ellijay

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 27 gauged

12 of 27 waterfalls near Ellijay are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 84°F

Tue 82°F Partly Sunny
Wed 84°F Sunny Best
Thu 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Ellijay

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Padgett Falls Roaring · 23 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Falls Roaring · 142 cfs 94th percentile
  3. 3 Sassafras Falls Roaring · 142 cfs 94th percentile
  4. 4 Big Falls Roaring · 142 cfs 94th percentile
  5. 5 Middle Falls Roaring · 142 cfs 94th percentile
  6. 6 Leatherwood Falls Roaring · 142 cfs 94th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near 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 Ellijay (21 waterfalls)

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

Padgett Falls

35.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Noontootla Falls

41.3 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
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

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

Cochrans Falls

32.7 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft

All 27 Waterfalls Near Ellijay

Bald River Falls waterfall

Bald River Falls

15.7 miles away
Tennessee
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Leatherwood Falls waterfall

Leatherwood Falls

46.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft
Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

37 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft

Sassafras Falls

9.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

9.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ellijay

Are there free waterfalls near Ellijay?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Ellijay, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ellijay?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ellijay?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ellijay, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ellijay?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ellijay, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ellijay?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Ellijay?

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

Do any waterfalls near Ellijay require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ellijay?

Yes, 27 waterfalls near Ellijay have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ellijay?

The closest waterfall to Ellijay is Padgett Falls, approximately 12.4 miles away.

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