Waterfall Hikes Near Ideal, GA

625 residents
New York Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ideal? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ideal. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 32.3726°N, -84.1894°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ideal

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 2 gauged

1 waterfall near Ideal has live flow data today

Great Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 95°F

Wed 95°F Sunny Best
Thu 95°F Sunny
Fri 95°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Ideal

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 132 cfs 0th percentile

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

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

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

12.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Ideal

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

12.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ideal

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ideal?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Ideal, including Cascade Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ideal?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Ideal, including Cascade Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ideal?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ideal is Cascade Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ideal?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Ideal has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ideal?

The closest waterfall to Ideal is Cascade Falls, approximately 45.7 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Ideal, Georgia

Barker Spring

37.3 mi 73°F

Barker Spring maintains 73°F water, a modest 9 degrees above the regional ambient in Georgia's Piedmont, where it emerges roads...

Taylor Spring

37.4 mi 75°F

Taylor Spring flows at 75°F, 11 degrees above ambient, and requires a short woodland walk in Pike County near Zebulon.

Tom Brown Spring

39.6 mi 68°F

Tom Brown Spring maintains 68°F, barely 4 degrees above ambient, and sits roadside in Meriwether County near Manchester.

Lifsey Spring

40.3 mi 79°F

Lifsey Spring delivers 79°F water, 15 degrees above ambient, making it one of Georgia's more noticeably warm thermal springs in...

Thundering Spring

42.0 mi 75°F

Thundering Spring flows 75°F water, 11 degrees above ambient, in Upson County near Hannahs Mill, requiring a moderate woodland ...

Parkman Spring

43.4 mi 77°F

Parkman Spring maintains a comfortable 77°F temperature, 13 degrees above ambient, and requires a short woodland walk in Meriwe...

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