Waterfall Hikes Near Lake City, GA

2,916 residents
New York Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake City? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake City. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 33.6065°N, -84.3411°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Lake City have live flow data today

Padgett Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

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Flowing best right now near Lake City

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Padgett Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 40th percentile
  2. 2 Hightower Falls Barely Flowing · 10 cfs 3rd percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake City (1 waterfall)

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

Padgett Falls

29.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Lake City

Padgett Falls

29.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

46.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake City

Are there free waterfalls near Lake City?

There is 1 free waterfall near Lake City, including Padgett Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake City?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Lake City, including Padgett Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake City?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake City, including Hightower Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake City is Hightower Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Lake City require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Lake City requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake City?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Lake City has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake City?

The closest waterfall to Lake City is Padgett Falls, approximately 46.7 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Lake City, Georgia

Lifsey Spring

29.2 mi 79°F

Lifsey Spring delivers 79°F water, 15 degrees above ambient, making it one of Georgia's more noticeably warm thermal springs in...

Taylor Spring

29.3 mi 75°F

Taylor Spring flows at 75°F, 11 degrees above ambient, and requires a short woodland walk in Pike County near Zebulon.

Barker Spring

37.6 mi 73°F

Barker Spring maintains 73°F water, a modest 9 degrees above the regional ambient in Georgia's Piedmont, where it emerges roads...

Thundering Spring

38.1 mi 75°F

Thundering Spring flows 75°F water, 11 degrees above ambient, in Upson County near Hannahs Mill, requiring a moderate woodland ...
Warm Springs

Warm Springs

49.6 mi 88°F

Warm Springs delivers 88°F water, 24 degrees above ambient, within F.D. Roosevelt State Park—Georgia's most thermally impressiv...

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