Waterfall Hikes Near Karns, TN

3,985 residents
New York Time Zone
28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Karns? There are 28 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Karns. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.9778°N, -84.1091°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Karns

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

28 of 28 gauged

28 waterfalls near Karns have live flow data today

Abrams Falls Moderate Bald River Falls Moderate Bullet Creek Falls Moderate Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Ozone Falls Barely Flowing Bemis Camp Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Santeetlah Bluff Falls Barely Flowing Sassafras Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Stewart Falls Barely Flowing Double Drop Falls Moderate Jacks Rock Falls Moderate Double Falls Moderate Flatrock Falls Moderate Grotto Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Ramsey Cascades Moderate Wilson Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Lower Piney Falls Barely Flowing Upper Piney Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Moderate

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 94°F

Wed 94°F Sunny Best
Thu 96°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 95°F Sunny
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Karns

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Flatrock Falls Moderate · 417 cfs 69th percentile
  2. 2 Double Drop Falls Moderate · 87 cfs 66th percentile
  3. 3 Jacks Rock Falls Moderate · 87 cfs 66th percentile
  4. 4 Abrams Falls Moderate · 343 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Wilson Falls Moderate · 176 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Grotto Falls Moderate · 176 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Karns (6 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.

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

13.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

6.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Bald River Falls waterfall

Bald River Falls

15.7 miles away
Tennessee
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Karns

Flatrock Falls

22.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

17 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

13.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Jacks Rock Falls waterfall

Jacks Rock Falls

13 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

6.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Bald River Falls waterfall

Bald River Falls

15.7 miles away
Tennessee
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Bemis Camp Falls

9.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Stewart Falls waterfall

Stewart Falls

9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Santeetlah Bluff Falls

8.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Double Drop Falls

17.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

37.7 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

7.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

6.8 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft
Ray Falls waterfall

Ray Falls

3.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

9.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sassafras Falls

9.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

43.9 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
5.4 miles 800 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

43.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Karns

Are there free waterfalls near Karns?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Karns, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Karns?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Karns, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Karns?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Karns, including Bald River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Karns?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Karns, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Karns?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Karns, including Lower Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Karns?

The shortest waterfall hike near Karns is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Karns?

The tallest waterfall near Karns is Ozone Falls at 110 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Karns?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Karns have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Karns?

The closest waterfall to Karns is Flatrock Falls, approximately 20.3 miles away.

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