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

Laughing Falls
12.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Anna Ruby Falls
44.7 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.9 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Shoal Creek Falls
59.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

High Falls
20.5 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Rainbow Falls
22.4 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 4.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Horsetrough Falls
26.6 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

South Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Mouse Creek Falls
13.8 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 600 ft

Rock Creek Falls
9.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Lower Falls
29.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Dukes Creek Falls
17.2 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft

Tennessee
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Tennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 5.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 675 ft

Helton Creek Falls
40.5 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Turley Falls
34.9 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Nottely Falls
12.5 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

High Water Falls
27.2 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

DeSoto Falls
23.4 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 150 ft

Sea Creek Falls
36.9 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

High Falls
35.3 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft