Waterfall Hikes Near Knoxville, TN
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Knoxville? Luckily, there are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Knoxville, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Knoxville
Find waterfalls to hike near Knoxville
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Knoxville (10 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
51.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft
Laurel Falls
11.3 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 314 ft
Santeetlah Bluff Falls
14 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Knoxville (20 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
Lower Falls
51.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft
Santeetlah Bluff Falls
14 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Knoxville With Waterfalls
Laurel Falls
22.5 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 314 ft
Mouse Creek Falls
21.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 600 ft
Queens Falls
43.6 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Ray Falls
19.2 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Little Creek Falls
44.4 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Mingo Falls
42.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 160 ft
Upper Piney Falls
36.1 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Lower Piney Falls
22.1 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Double Falls
20.9 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 8.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 1200 ft
Flat Creek Falls
14.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft
Bullet Creek Falls
36.1 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
The Falls
18.7 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Soco Falls
46.7 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Northrup Falls
24.5 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Magendanz Falls
20.6 miles awayTennessee
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Woodfin Falls
35.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft