Waterfall Hikes Near Franklin, NC
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Franklin? Luckily, there are 106 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Franklin, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Franklin
Find waterfalls to hike near Franklin
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Franklin (49 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.
Burningtown Falls
49.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Cullasaja Falls
43.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
High Falls
51.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Franklin (70 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
Burningtown Falls
49.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
High Falls
51.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Franklin With Waterfalls
Leatherwood Falls
11.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Lower Falls
62.6 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Wilson Falls
18.1 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Woodfin Falls
15.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Courthouse Falls
42 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Whitewater Falls
41.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Catheys Creek Falls
46.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Wilson Falls
45.1 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Flat Creek Falls
60.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft
Hidden Falls
60 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Grotto Falls
15.4 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 585 ft
Rainbow Falls
15.4 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 5.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft
Connestee Falls
52.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Upper Falls
17.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Sassafras Falls
24 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Big Falls
24.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
South Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Ramsey Cascades
20 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 8.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 2200 ft
Toccoa Falls
71.9 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Middle Falls
29.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft