Waterfall Hikes Near Emerson, GA

1,594 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Emerson? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Emerson. 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 34.1303°N, -84.7483°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Emerson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Emerson have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Moderate Padgett Falls Low

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

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Flowing best right now near Emerson

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

  1. 1 Keown Falls Moderate · 1010 cfs 39th percentile
  2. 2 Padgett Falls Low · 2 cfs 20th percentile
  3. 3 Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing · 64 cfs 6th percentile
  4. 4 Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing · 64 cfs 6th percentile
  5. 5 Hightower Falls Barely Flowing · 8 cfs 2nd percentile

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Find waterfalls to hike near Emerson

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Emerson (4 waterfalls)

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

Padgett Falls

27.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

49.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

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

Cochrans Falls

44.5 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Emerson

Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

46.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Padgett Falls

27.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

49.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

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

Cochrans Falls

44.5 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Emerson

Are there free waterfalls near Emerson?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Emerson, including Cochrans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Emerson?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Emerson, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Emerson?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Emerson, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Emerson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Emerson is Amicalola Falls at 1.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Emerson?

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

Do any waterfalls near Emerson require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Emerson?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Emerson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Emerson?

The closest waterfall to Emerson is Hightower Falls, approximately 26.3 miles away.

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