Waterfall Hikes Near Hendersonville, TN

61,589 residents
Chicago Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Waterfall trips from Hendersonville mean driving east. Cummins Falls near Cookeville is the one that fills up on summer weekends, a 75 foot drop with a swimming hole at its base and 2.5 miles of walking to earn it. Dogs can come. Dry Creek Falls in the same stretch of country runs 2.5 miles too, with 300 feet of gain. Only three falls sit within fifty miles of Old Hickory Lake, so people here make a day of it when they go.

Located at 36.3063°N, -86.5997°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hendersonville

Today's Conditions

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Water Flow

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3 waterfalls near Hendersonville have live flow data today

Updated 1 day ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 88°F

Tod 88°F Sunny Best
Wed 92°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny
Fri 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 81°F Rain Showers Likely
Sun 78°F Rain Showers Likely
Mon 76°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Hendersonville

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

  1. 1 Cummins Falls Barely Flowing · 12 cfs 1st percentile
  2. 2 Dry Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 12 cfs 1st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hendersonville (1 waterfall)

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

46.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Hendersonville

46.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
46.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Irvine Fall in Kentucky, about 15 feet of drop LiDAR
48.7 miles away
Kentucky
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hendersonville

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hendersonville?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Hendersonville, including Cummins Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hendersonville?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Hendersonville, including Cummins Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hendersonville?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Hendersonville, including Cummins Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hendersonville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hendersonville is Cummins Falls at 2.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hendersonville?

The tallest waterfall near Hendersonville is Cummins Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Hendersonville require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Hendersonville requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hendersonville?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Hendersonville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hendersonville?

The closest waterfall to Hendersonville is Cummins Falls, approximately 46.3 miles away.

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