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

21 of 45 waterfalls near Fairmount are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 90°F

Thu 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 90°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Sunny Best
Mon 91°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 87°F Sunny then Slight 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 Benton Falls Roaring · 124 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Foster Falls Roaring · 275 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Slider Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 93rd percentile
  4. 4 Rockstack Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 93rd percentile
  5. 5 Monteagle Falls Roaring · 81 cfs 93rd percentile
  6. 6 Jumpoff Falls Roaring · 81 cfs 93rd 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

42 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft

All 49 Waterfalls Near Fairmount

Bluehole Falls waterfall

Bluehole Falls

15.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

15.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Ovoca Falls

40.9 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

39.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bosworth Falls

13.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Baker Falls waterfall

Baker Falls

4.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ray Falls waterfall

Ray Falls

3.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

38.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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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