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

37 of 99 waterfalls near Franklin are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Roaring Anna Ruby Falls Moderate Dukes Creek Falls Moderate Bald River Falls Strong 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 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 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 Strong Burningtown Falls Strong Cullasaja Falls Strong Dry Falls Strong Glen Falls Strong Highlands Falls Strong Satulah Falls Strong Cascade Falls Low Toccoa Falls Low Clearwater Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Reedy Cove Falls Moderate Courthouse Falls Roaring Dill Falls Roaring Lower Vernal Falls Roaring Second Falls Roaring Yellowstone Falls Roaring Woodfin Falls Roaring Upper Vernal Falls Roaring Upper Falls Roaring DeSoto Falls Moderate Helton Creek Falls Moderate High Water Falls Moderate Nottely Falls Moderate Estatoah Falls Strong Wilson Falls Strong Timpson Falls Strong Flat Creek Falls Roaring Grotto Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Ramsey Cascades Roaring Wilson Falls Roaring Haynes Falls Strong Horsetrough Falls Strong 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 Mouse Creek Falls Strong Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Low Stekoa Falls Moderate Soco Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours 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 1 hour 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 · 924 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Flat Creek Falls Roaring · 76 cfs 95th 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

16.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
14.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
14.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
17.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
18 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
18.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
12.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.4 miles 300 ft
32.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.9 miles 50 ft
13.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft
37.7 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
21.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
28.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
9.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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.