Waterfall Hikes Near Fairmount, GA

1,213 residents
New York Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairmount? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fairmount. 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 34.4383°N, -84.6998°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairmount

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Fairmount have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Benton Falls Barely Flowing Black Falls Barely Flowing Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing De Soto Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing DeSoto Falls Barely Flowing Helton Creek Falls Barely Flowing High Water Falls Barely Flowing Nottely Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Low Noontootla Falls Low Sea Creek Falls Low Hightower Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 97°F

Wed 95°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 97°F Sunny Best
Ind 96°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fairmount

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Sea Creek Falls Low · 236 cfs 11th percentile
  2. 2 Noontootla Falls Low · 236 cfs 11th percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Low · 236 cfs 11th percentile
  4. 4 Keown Falls Barely Flowing · 687 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing · 74 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Benton Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fairmount (3 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 Fairmount (13 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
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

33.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 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

Noontootla Falls

41.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

40.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Fairmount

Padgett Falls

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

Keown Falls

33.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 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

Noontootla Falls

41.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

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

Black Falls

30.3 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
Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

18.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Sea Creek Falls waterfall

Sea Creek Falls

31.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

38.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

44.6 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft
High Water Falls waterfall

High Water Falls

44.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

45.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

45.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fairmount

Are there free waterfalls near Fairmount?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Fairmount, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fairmount?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Fairmount, including Benton Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairmount?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fairmount, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairmount?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairmount, including Amicalola Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fairmount?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Fairmount, including Little River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairmount?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Fairmount?

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

Do any waterfalls near Fairmount require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairmount?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Fairmount have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairmount?

The closest waterfall to Fairmount is Padgett Falls, approximately 10.5 miles away.

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