Waterfall Hikes Near Jefferson, GA

13,496 residents
New York Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Jefferson? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Jefferson. 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 34.1373°N, -83.6021°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Jefferson have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Low Cochrans Falls Low Anna Ruby Falls Barely Flowing Dukes Creek Falls Barely Flowing Black Falls Barely Flowing Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Toccoa Falls Barely Flowing DeSoto Falls Barely Flowing Helton Creek Falls Barely Flowing High Water Falls Barely Flowing Nottely Falls Barely Flowing Haynes Falls Low Horsetrough Falls Low Sids Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Low Timpson Falls Low Stekoa Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 95°F

Aft 97°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 95°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 96°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 97°F Sunny
Ind 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 96°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Jefferson

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Stekoa Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 33rd percentile
  2. 2 Horsetrough Falls Low · 51 cfs 19th percentile
  3. 3 Haynes Falls Low · 51 cfs 19th percentile
  4. 4 Cochrans Falls Low · 79 cfs 15th percentile
  5. 5 Amicalola Falls Low · 79 cfs 15th percentile
  6. 6 Wilson Falls Low · 78 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Jefferson (3 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.

Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

15 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.4 miles 200 ft
Anna Ruby Falls waterfall

Anna Ruby Falls

20.5 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Jefferson (11 waterfalls)

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

Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

20.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft

Clay Creek Falls

40.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

26.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

15 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.4 miles 200 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

18.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Anna Ruby Falls waterfall

Anna Ruby Falls

20.5 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

20.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft

Clay Creek Falls

40.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

26.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft
Horsetrough Falls waterfall

Horsetrough Falls

42.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Timpson Falls

37.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

44.6 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft
High Water Falls waterfall

High Water Falls

44.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

45.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sids Falls waterfall

Sids Falls

31.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stekoa Falls waterfall CC

Stekoa Falls

20.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

45.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

30.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Haynes Falls waterfall CC

Haynes Falls

32.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

32.7 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

33.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Are there free waterfalls near Jefferson?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Jefferson, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Jefferson?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Jefferson, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Jefferson?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Jefferson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Jefferson is Amicalola Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Jefferson?

The tallest waterfall near Jefferson is Amicalola Falls at 729 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Jefferson?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Jefferson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Jefferson?

The closest waterfall to Jefferson is Toccoa Falls, approximately 32.7 miles away.

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