Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Tansi, TN

4,551 residents
Chicago Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Tansi? There are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Tansi. 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 35.8701°N, -85.0614°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Tansi

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 38 gauged

34 waterfalls near Lake Tansi have live flow data today

Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Ozone Falls Barely Flowing Burgess Falls Low Cane Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Piney Creek Falls Barely Flowing Virgin Falls Barely Flowing Cul-car-mac Falls Barely Flowing Cummins Falls Barely Flowing Dry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Double Drop Falls Barely Flowing Jacks Rock Falls Barely Flowing Double Falls Barely Flowing Magendanz Falls Barely Flowing Northrup Falls Barely Flowing Falling Water Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Lower Piney Falls Barely Flowing Upper Piney Falls Barely Flowing Middle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Three Creeks Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 86°F

Aft 82°F Partly Sunny
Sun 86°F Sunny Best
Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 85°F Partly Sunny
Wed 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Tansi (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.

Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

30.5 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Tansi (17 waterfalls)

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

Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

28.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft
Stinging Fork Falls waterfall

Stinging Fork Falls

43.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near Lake Tansi

Pilot Falls waterfall

Pilot Falls

7.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hilliard Falls

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

Ozone Falls

30.5 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

28.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft
Stinging Fork Falls waterfall

Stinging Fork Falls

43.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Ray Falls waterfall

Ray Falls

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

Laurel Falls

33.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Upper Piney Falls waterfall

Upper Piney Falls

40 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Lower Piney Falls waterfall

Lower Piney Falls

40.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Morphy Falls

2.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Falls waterfall

Snow Falls

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

Laurel Falls

24.5 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

7.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cane Creek Falls waterfall

Cane Creek Falls

26.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

26.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft

Double Drop Falls

18.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

1.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jacks Rock Falls waterfall

Jacks Rock Falls

15.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Tansi

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Tansi?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Lake Tansi, including Burgess Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Tansi?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Tansi, including Falling Water Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Tansi?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Tansi, including Burgess Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Tansi?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Tansi, including Burgess Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Tansi?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Lake Tansi, including Cummins Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Tansi?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Tansi is Basin Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Tansi?

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

Do any waterfalls near Lake Tansi require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Tansi?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Lake Tansi have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Tansi?

The closest waterfall to Lake Tansi is Pilot Falls, approximately 7.7 miles away.

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