Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Oglethorpe, GA

10,203 residents
New York Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fort Oglethorpe? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fort Oglethorpe. 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 34.9318°N, -85.2460°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fort Oglethorpe

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 33 gauged

6 of 29 waterfalls near Fort Oglethorpe are flowing strongly today

Benton Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Deer Lick Falls Moderate Jumpoff Falls Moderate Monteagle Falls Moderate Cane Creek Falls Moderate Fall Creek Falls Moderate Hemlock Falls Moderate Piney Creek Falls Moderate Virgin Falls Moderate De Soto Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Falling Water Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Moderate Hilliard Falls Moderate Pilot Falls Moderate Keown Falls Low Laurel Falls Roaring Middle Creek Falls Roaring Three Creeks Falls Roaring Little Falls Barely Flowing Lula Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 88°F

Wed 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Thu 89°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fort Oglethorpe

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 De Soto Falls Roaring · 16 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Little Falls Roaring · 16 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Roaring · 16 cfs 93rd percentile
  4. 4 Three Creeks Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 90th percentile
  5. 5 Middle Creek Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 90th percentile
  6. 6 Laurel Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 90th percentile

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Fort Oglethorpe hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Fort Oglethorpe

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Oglethorpe (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.

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

47.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

40.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fort Oglethorpe (18 waterfalls)

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

Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

40.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Fort Oglethorpe

Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

40.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

47.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

40.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft
Slider Falls waterfall

Slider Falls

40.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Flatrock Falls

40.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Freudenberg Falls

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

Middle Creek Falls

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

Three Creeks Falls

31.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft

Rockstack Falls

39.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

29.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

32.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

44.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Jumpoff Falls

28.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Morphy Falls

23.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

27.8 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

8.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fort Oglethorpe

Are there free waterfalls near Fort Oglethorpe?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Fort Oglethorpe, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fort Oglethorpe?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fort Oglethorpe?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fort Oglethorpe, including Benton Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fort Oglethorpe?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fort Oglethorpe, including Benton Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fort Oglethorpe?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Fort Oglethorpe, including Foster Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fort Oglethorpe?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fort Oglethorpe is Benton Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fort Oglethorpe?

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

Do any waterfalls near Fort Oglethorpe require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fort Oglethorpe?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Fort Oglethorpe have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fort Oglethorpe?

The closest waterfall to Fort Oglethorpe is Lula Falls, approximately 5.4 miles away.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Fort Oglethorpe With Waterfalls

East Ridge, TN
22,040 residents
Chattanooga, TN
406,849 residents
Red Bank, TN
11,919 residents
Collegedale, TN
11,001 residents
Middle Valley, TN
11,619 residents
Soddy-Daisy, TN
13,091 residents
Dalton, GA
68,614 residents
Cleveland, TN
72,870 residents
Calhoun, GA
17,184 residents
Rome, GA
37,621 residents
Fort Payne, AL
14,815 residents
Cedartown, GA
10,166 residents

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

← → walk · Esc to stop