Waterfall Hikes Near Hunter, TN

2,121 residents
New York Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hunter? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hunter. 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 36.3978°N, -82.1511°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hunter

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 31 gauged

18 of 29 waterfalls near Hunter are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Moderate Betseys Rock Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Long Hope Falls Roaring Big Falls Moderate Tank Hollow Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Dutch Creek Falls Moderate Laurel Creek Falls Moderate Watauga Falls Moderate Blue Sea Falls Strong Crabtree Falls Strong Crystal Falls Strong Falls of Gouges Creek Strong Grassy Creek Falls Strong Mitchell Falls Strong Murphy Falls Strong Roaring Spout Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Buckeye Falls Strong Spivey Falls Strong Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Strong Walker Falls Strong Linville Falls Roaring Monkey Falls Strong Silvervale Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Tod 85°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 91°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 89°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Hunter

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Betseys Rock Falls Roaring · 153 cfs 92nd percentile
  2. 2 Long Hope Falls Roaring · 153 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 Linville Falls Roaring · 58 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Cascade Falls Roaring · 153 cfs 92nd percentile
  5. 5 Monkey Falls Strong · 1200 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 Spivey Falls Strong · 88 cfs 85th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hunter (1 waterfall)

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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hunter (22 waterfalls)

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

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

36 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Coon Den Falls

37.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

45.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

46.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Hunter

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

36 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Coon Den Falls

37.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

45.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

46.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

11.2 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft

Watauga Falls

30.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Long Hope Falls waterfall

Long Hope Falls

39.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

43.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Monkey Falls waterfall

Monkey Falls

44.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

8.7 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Murphy Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Gentry Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gentry Creek Falls

39.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

34.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

12.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

22.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hunter

Are there free waterfalls near Hunter?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Hunter, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hunter?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Hunter, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hunter?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hunter, including Betseys Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hunter?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hunter, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hunter?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Hunter, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hunter?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hunter is Abrams Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hunter?

The tallest waterfall near Hunter is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hunter?

Yes, 31 waterfalls near Hunter have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hunter?

The closest waterfall to Hunter is Laurel Falls, approximately 6.8 miles away.

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