Waterfall Hikes Near Jackson, MS

335,171 residents

Chicago Time Zone

2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Jackson sits on the Gulf Coastal Plain with generally low-relief terrain of gently rolling ridges, bottomland hardwoods and pine stands, and modest river bluffs along the Pearl River that concentrate small tributary streams. Within fifty miles only a couple of easy waterfall hikes are found, mostly short shaded creekside walks and modest roadside cascades with minimal elevation gain, offering quiet woodland scenes and conveniently accessible trailheads from nearby suburbs.

Located at 32.3157°N, -90.2125°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Jackson

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Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

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2 waterfalls near Jackson have live flow data today

Rocky Falls Barely Flowing Scutchalo Falls Barely Flowing

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Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 101°F

Aft 101°F Sunny Best

Sat 102°F Sunny

Sun 102°F Sunny

Mon 102°F Sunny

Tue 101°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 99°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Jackson (2 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.