Waterfall Hikes Near Fairmount, TN

1,747 residents
Chicago Time Zone
49 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairmount? There are 49 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fairmount. 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 35.1865°N, -85.3303°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairmount

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 49 gauged

45 waterfalls near Fairmount have live flow data today

Baker Falls Low Big Falls Low Bluehole Falls Low Bosworth Falls Low Cascade Falls Low Copperas Falls Low Little Falls Low Machine Falls Low Ovoca Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rutledge Falls Low Benton Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Low Cascade Falls Low Deer Lick Falls Low Jumpoff Falls Low Monteagle Falls Low Bullet Creek Falls Moderate Cane Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Piney Creek Falls Barely Flowing Virgin Falls Barely Flowing De Soto Falls Low High Falls Low Little Falls Low Falling Water Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Low Great Falls Low Hilliard Falls Low Pilot Falls Low Ray Falls Low Stinging Fork Falls Low Keown Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Middle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Three Creeks Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Lower Piney Falls Moderate Upper Piney Falls Moderate Lula Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 90°F

Mon 89°F Sunny
Tue 90°F Sunny Best
Wed 90°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 91°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 90°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fairmount

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Upper Piney Falls Strong · 73 cfs 78th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Piney Falls Strong · 73 cfs 78th percentile
  3. 3 Bullet Creek Falls Moderate · 126 cfs 74th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Low · 11 cfs 20th percentile
  5. 5 Little Falls Low · 11 cfs 20th percentile
  6. 6 De Soto Falls Low · 11 cfs 20th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fairmount (8 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.

Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

23.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft

All 49 Waterfalls Near Fairmount

Rockstack Falls

18.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

23.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft

Freudenberg Falls

17.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Flatrock Falls

23.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Slider Falls waterfall

Slider Falls

23.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Creek Falls waterfall

Middle Creek Falls

41.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Three Creeks Falls waterfall

Three Creeks Falls

41 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

43.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

37 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

39.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

42 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Monteagle Falls

2.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

24.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Deer Lick Falls

2.3 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

Jumpoff Falls

30 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cane Creek Falls waterfall

Cane Creek Falls

27.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

27.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

6.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

26.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

31.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fairmount

Are there free waterfalls near Fairmount?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Fairmount, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fairmount?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Fairmount, including Benton Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairmount?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fairmount, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairmount?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairmount, including Benton Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fairmount?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Fairmount, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairmount?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fairmount is Baker Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fairmount?

The tallest waterfall near Fairmount is Fall Creek Falls at 256 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Fairmount require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Fairmount require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairmount?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Fairmount have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairmount?

The closest waterfall to Fairmount is Rockstack Falls, approximately 1.7 miles away.

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