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
30.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Cullasaja Falls
13.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

High Falls
28.7 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
30.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

High Falls
28.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Franklin With Waterfalls

Leatherwood Falls
26.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

South Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Wilson Falls
38.3 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Woodfin Falls
11.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Courthouse Falls
13.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Whitewater Falls
20.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Catheys Creek Falls
34.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Wilson Falls
18.6 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Flat Creek Falls
21.2 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
74.7 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 585 ft

Rainbow Falls
73.5 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 5.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Connestee Falls
70.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Upper Falls
55.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Sassafras Falls
35.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Big Falls
35.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Isaqueena Falls
14.6 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Ramsey Cascades
38 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 8.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 2200 ft

Toccoa Falls
9.3 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Middle Falls
40.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft