Waterfall Hikes Near LaFayette, GA

6,929 residents
New York Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near LaFayette? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of LaFayette. 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 34.7089°N, -85.2815°W

Map of Waterfalls Near LaFayette

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 31 gauged

1 of 29 waterfalls near LaFayette is flowing strongly today

Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Deer Lick Falls Moderate Jumpoff Falls Moderate Monteagle Falls Moderate Cane Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing De Soto Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Falling Water Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Barely Flowing Griffin Falls Low High Falls Low Swindell Falls Low Hightower Falls Strong Keown Falls Low Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Middle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Three Creeks Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Moderate Little River Falls Barely Flowing Lula Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Thu 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 91°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 91°F Sunny
Sun 91°F Sunny
Mon 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near LaFayette

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Monteagle Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 55th percentile
  2. 2 Jumpoff Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 55th percentile
  3. 3 Deer Lick Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 55th percentile
  4. 4 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 55th percentile
  5. 5 Little Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 49th percentile
  6. 6 Hightower Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 36th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near LaFayette (4 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.

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

7.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around LaFayette (17 waterfalls)

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

Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

28.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft
Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

11.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

11.9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

28.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near LaFayette

Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

28.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft
Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

11.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

11.9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

28.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

7.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

42 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft
Slider Falls waterfall

Slider Falls

41.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Flatrock Falls

41.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Freudenberg Falls

41.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Creek Falls waterfall

Middle Creek Falls

33.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Three Creeks Falls waterfall

Three Creeks Falls

17.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft

Rockstack Falls

42.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

20.8 miles away
Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

23.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

40.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

4.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Jumpoff Falls

5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Padgett Falls

43.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near LaFayette

Are there free waterfalls near LaFayette?

There are 12 free waterfalls near LaFayette, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near LaFayette?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near LaFayette, including Deer Lick Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in LaFayette?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near LaFayette, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near LaFayette?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near LaFayette, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near LaFayette?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near LaFayette, including Foster Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near LaFayette?

The shortest waterfall hike near LaFayette is Bridal Veil Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near LaFayette?

The tallest waterfall near LaFayette is Fall Creek Falls at 256 feet.

Do any waterfalls near LaFayette require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near LaFayette require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around LaFayette?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near LaFayette have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to LaFayette?

The closest waterfall to LaFayette is Keown Falls, approximately 12.6 miles away.

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