Waterfall Hikes Near Gatlinburg, TN

3,636 residents

New_York Time Zone

52 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gatlinburg? There are 52 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gatlinburg. 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 35.7250°N, -83.4938°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gatlinburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

52 of 52 gauged

2 of 52 waterfalls near Gatlinburg are flowing strongly today

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Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 67°F

Tod 67°F Sunny Best

Fri 78°F Sunny

Sat 86°F Mostly Sunny

Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny

Mon 91°F Sunny

Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gatlinburg (11 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

29.4 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.6 miles 314 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Gatlinburg (30 waterfalls)

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

Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

25.5 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.6 miles 585 ft

Mouse Creek Falls waterfall

Mouse Creek Falls

15.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.2 miles 600 ft

All 52 Waterfalls Near Gatlinburg

Leatherwood Falls waterfall

Leatherwood Falls

46.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

27.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

3.3 miles 500 ft

Satulah Falls waterfall

Satulah Falls

8.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Second Falls waterfall

Second Falls

9.7 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Yellowstone Falls waterfall

Yellowstone Falls

9.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

3.0 miles 400 ft

Courthouse Falls waterfall

Courthouse Falls

9.3 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Maidenhair Falls

3.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

3.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.0 miles 500 ft

Fairfield Falls waterfall

Fairfield Falls

3.9 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Schoolhouse Falls waterfall

Schoolhouse Falls

8.7 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

2.5 miles 200 ft

Bald River Falls waterfall

Bald River Falls

22 miles away

Tennessee

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Dismal Falls waterfall

CC

Dismal Falls

8.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gatlinburg

Are there free waterfalls near Gatlinburg?

There are 34 free waterfalls near Gatlinburg, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gatlinburg?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Gatlinburg, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gatlinburg?

There are 30 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gatlinburg, including Bald River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gatlinburg?

There are 34 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, 52 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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