Waterfall Hikes Near Gatlinburg, TN

3,636 residents
New York Time Zone
57 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gatlinburg? There are 57 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gatlinburg. 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.

Located at 35.7250°N, -83.4938°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gatlinburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

57 of 57 gauged

3 of 57 waterfalls near Gatlinburg are flowing strongly today

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Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 70°F Sunny
Fri 70°F Sunny
Sat 70°F Sunny
Sun 69°F Sunny
Mon 70°F Sunny
Tue 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 71°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Gatlinburg

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Kennedy Falls Roaring · 665 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Lower Falls Roaring · 665 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Queens Falls Roaring · 665 cfs 91st percentile
  4. 4 Soco Falls Low · 190 cfs 15th percentile
  5. 5 Schoolhouse Falls Barely Flowing · 94 cfs 7th percentile
  6. 6 Dismal Falls Barely Flowing · 94 cfs 7th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gatlinburg (23 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.

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

6.5 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

All 57 Waterfalls Near Gatlinburg

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

4.3 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
5.4 miles 800 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

4.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

6.5 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

7 miles away
Tennessee
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Ramsey Cascades waterfall

Ramsey Cascades

9 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2,200 ft
Mouse Creek Falls waterfall

Mouse Creek Falls

15.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Little Creek Falls waterfall

Little Creek Falls

15.8 miles away
North Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Mingo Falls waterfall

Mingo Falls

18.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

22 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft
Flat Creek Falls waterfall

Flat Creek Falls

22.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Soco Falls waterfall

Soco Falls

25.1 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Burningtown Falls waterfall

Burningtown Falls

25.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown
Queens Falls waterfall

Queens Falls

29 miles away
North Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Woodfin Falls waterfall

Woodfin Falls

30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Berties Falls waterfall

Berties Falls

31.4 miles away
North Carolina
Unknown
0.1 miles Unknown
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

33.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

37.1 miles away
North Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Cullasaja Falls waterfall

Cullasaja Falls

39.2 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Thurston Hatcher Falls in North Carolina, about 285 feet of drop LiDAR

Thurston Hatcher Falls

39.3 miles away
North Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Reems Creek Falls waterfall

Reems Creek Falls

39.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gatlinburg

Are there free waterfalls near Gatlinburg?

There are 36 free waterfalls near Gatlinburg, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gatlinburg?

There are 23 easy waterfall hikes near Gatlinburg, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gatlinburg?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gatlinburg, including Bald River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gatlinburg?

There are 36 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gatlinburg, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Gatlinburg?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Gatlinburg, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gatlinburg?

The shortest waterfall hike near Gatlinburg is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Gatlinburg?

The tallest waterfall near Gatlinburg is Cullasaja Falls at 250 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gatlinburg?

Yes, 57 waterfalls near Gatlinburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gatlinburg?

The closest waterfall to Gatlinburg is Rainbow Falls, approximately 4.3 miles away.

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