Waterfall Hikes Near Forest Park, GA

19,619 residents
New York Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Forest Park? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Forest Park. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 33.6209°N, -84.3590°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Forest Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Forest Park have live flow data today

Hightower Falls Moderate Padgett Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 4 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 95°F

Mon 97°F Sunny
Tue 95°F Sunny
Wed 95°F Sunny Best
Thu 96°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Forest Park

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Hightower Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 27th percentile
  2. 2 Padgett Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Forest Park (1 waterfall)

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

Padgett Falls

43.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Forest Park

Padgett Falls

43.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

40.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Forest Park

Are there free waterfalls near Forest Park?

There is 1 free waterfall near Forest Park, including Padgett Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Forest Park?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Forest Park, including Padgett Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Forest Park?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Forest Park, including Hightower Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Forest Park?

The shortest waterfall hike near Forest Park is Hightower Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Forest Park require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Forest Park?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Forest Park has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Forest Park?

The closest waterfall to Forest Park is Padgett Falls, approximately 45.2 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Forest Park, Georgia

Lifsey Spring

29.2 mi 79°F

Lifsey Spring delivers 79°F water, 15 degrees above ambient, making it one of Georgia's more noticeably warm thermal springs in...

Taylor Spring

30.8 mi 75°F

Taylor Spring flows at 75°F, 11 degrees above ambient, and requires a short woodland walk in Pike County near Zebulon.

Barker Spring

37.6 mi 73°F

Barker Spring maintains 73°F water, a modest 9 degrees above the regional ambient in Georgia's Piedmont, where it emerges roads...

Thundering Spring

38.0 mi 75°F

Thundering Spring flows 75°F water, 11 degrees above ambient, in Upson County near Hannahs Mill, requiring a moderate woodland ...

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