Waterfall Hikes Near Franklin, NC

4,184 residents
New York Time Zone
99 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Franklin? There are 99 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Franklin. 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 35.1798°N, -83.3809°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Franklin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

99 of 99 gauged

26 of 99 waterfalls near Franklin are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Roaring Anna Ruby Falls Moderate Dukes Creek Falls Moderate Bald River Falls Roaring Bemis Camp Falls Strong Big Falls Strong Leatherwood Falls Strong Middle Falls Strong Santeetlah Bluff Falls Strong Sassafras Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Stewart Falls Strong Berties Falls Moderate Betsy Falls Barely Flowing Fairfield Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Onion Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Onion Falls Barely Flowing Slatten Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Thurston Hatcher Falls Barely Flowing Big Bend Falls Barely Flowing Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bird Rock Falls Low Catheys Creek Falls Low Connestee Falls Low Dismal Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Schoolhouse Falls Low Windy Falls Low Whitewater Falls Low Upper Falls Low Toxaway Falls Low Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Glencannon Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Laughing Falls Moderate Looking Glass Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Slick Rock Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Burningtown Falls Moderate Cullasaja Falls Moderate Dry Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Highlands Falls Moderate Satulah Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Toccoa Falls Barely Flowing Clearwater Falls Low Lower Falls Low Reedy Cove Falls Low Courthouse Falls Strong Dill Falls Strong Lower Vernal Falls Strong Second Falls Strong Yellowstone Falls Strong Woodfin Falls Strong Upper Vernal Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong DeSoto Falls Moderate Helton Creek Falls Moderate High Water Falls Moderate Nottely Falls Moderate Estatoah Falls Moderate Wilson Falls Moderate Timpson Falls Moderate Flat Creek Falls Roaring Grotto Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Ramsey Cascades Roaring Wilson Falls Roaring Haynes Falls Moderate Horsetrough Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Isaqueena Falls Barely Flowing Sids Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Kennedy Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Queens Falls Moderate Little Creek Falls Roaring Mingo Falls Roaring Mouse Creek Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Low Stekoa Falls Moderate Soco Falls Moderate

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 89°F

Mon 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Wed 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Franklin

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Creek Falls Roaring · 772 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Mingo Falls Roaring · 772 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Abrams Falls Roaring · 813 cfs 94th percentile
  4. 4 Flat Creek Falls Roaring · 67 cfs 93rd percentile
  5. 5 Laurel Falls Roaring · 333 cfs 92nd percentile
  6. 6 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 333 cfs 92nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Franklin (22 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.

9.1 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
47.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Franklin (63 waterfalls)

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

18.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 99 Waterfalls Near Franklin

18.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
9.1 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
33.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
17.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
47.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
47.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
35.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
36.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
18.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
34.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
33.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
33 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
16.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
18.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
44.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
46.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
25.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Franklin

Are there free waterfalls near Franklin?

There are 56 free waterfalls near Franklin, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Franklin?

There are 22 easy waterfall hikes near Franklin, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Franklin?

There are 63 dog-friendly waterfalls near Franklin, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Franklin?

There are 68 kid-friendly waterfalls near Franklin, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Franklin?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Franklin, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Franklin?

The shortest waterfall hike near Franklin is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Franklin?

The tallest waterfall near Franklin is Raven Cliff Falls at 420 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Franklin?

Yes, 99 waterfalls near Franklin have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Franklin?

The closest waterfall to Franklin is Burningtown Falls, approximately 6.3 miles away.