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.

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

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

North 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.

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

North Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Franklin With Waterfalls

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

Georgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.9 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

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

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

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

Georgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

High Falls
8.2 miles awaySouth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

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

Rock Creek Falls
17.3 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
North Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Georgia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft

Bald River Falls
26.9 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

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

Georgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

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

Georgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

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

Georgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 150 ft

Georgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Georgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft