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

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Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

99 of 99 gauged

99 waterfalls near Franklin have live flow data today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 69°F

Thu 69°F Sunny Best
Fri 79°F Sunny
Sat 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Sunny
Tue 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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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.

9.3 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
20.6 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.

12.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 99 Waterfalls Near Franklin

46.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
36.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
35.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
41.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
9.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
34.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 200 ft
38.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
20.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
10.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
24.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
25.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft
25.5 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
5.4 miles 800 ft
32.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
27.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
44.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
34 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
23.6 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2,200 ft
44.8 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.4 miles 200 ft
45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 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.