Waterfall Hikes Near Gainesville, GA

175,569 residents
New York Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gainesville? There are 22 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gainesville. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.2902°N, -83.8294°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gainesville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

22 of 22 gauged

2 of 22 waterfalls near Gainesville are flowing strongly today

Amicalola Falls Low Cochrans Falls Low Anna Ruby Falls Strong Dukes Creek Falls Strong Black Falls Low Clay Creek Falls Low Cascade Falls Low Toccoa Falls Low DeSoto Falls Low Helton Creek Falls Low High Water Falls Low Nottely Falls Low Haynes Falls Moderate Horsetrough Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Noontootla Falls Barely Flowing Sea Creek Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing Sids Falls Low Wilson Falls Low Timpson Falls Low Stekoa Falls Low

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 90°F

Tod 93°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 91°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 92°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 93°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 90°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Gainesville

Updated about 1 hour ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Horsetrough Falls Moderate · 44 cfs 28th percentile
  2. 2 Haynes Falls Moderate · 44 cfs 28th percentile
  3. 3 Anna Ruby Falls Moderate · 57 cfs 25th percentile
  4. 4 Dukes Creek Falls Moderate · 57 cfs 25th percentile
  5. 5 Timpson Falls Low · 71 cfs 23rd percentile
  6. 6 Wilson Falls Low · 71 cfs 23rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gainesville (3 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.

DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

22.8 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Gainesville (15 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Clay Creek Falls

43.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

6.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

22 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 22 Waterfalls Near Gainesville

Clay Creek Falls

43.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

6.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

22.8 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft
High Water Falls waterfall

High Water Falls

22.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

22 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

21.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetrough Falls waterfall

Horsetrough Falls

6.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

47.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Anna Ruby Falls waterfall

Anna Ruby Falls

36 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
Haynes Falls waterfall CC

Haynes Falls

34.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

49.8 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

18.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

15.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sea Creek Falls waterfall

Sea Creek Falls

25.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Noontootla Falls

14.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

25.7 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.4 miles 200 ft

Padgett Falls

20.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

41.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

33.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft

Timpson Falls

12.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gainesville

Are there free waterfalls near Gainesville?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Gainesville, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gainesville?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Gainesville, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gainesville?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gainesville, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gainesville?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gainesville, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gainesville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Gainesville is Amicalola Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Gainesville?

The tallest waterfall near Gainesville is Amicalola Falls at 729 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gainesville?

Yes, 22 waterfalls near Gainesville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gainesville?

The closest waterfall to Gainesville is Clay Creek Falls, approximately 20.2 miles away.

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