Waterfall Hikes Near Lawrenceville, GA

30,465 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lawrenceville? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lawrenceville. 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 33.9523°N, -83.9932°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lawrenceville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

5 of 11 waterfalls near Lawrenceville are flowing strongly today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Black Falls Low Clay Creek Falls Low DeSoto Falls Roaring High Water Falls Roaring Nottely Falls Roaring Dukes Creek Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Roaring Noontootla Falls Roaring Padgett Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Sunny · 98°F

Thu 98°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 97°F Mostly Sunny
Ind 98°F Sunny Best
Sun 97°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lawrenceville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 High Falls Roaring · 279 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Noontootla Falls Roaring · 279 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 DeSoto Falls Roaring · 79 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 High Water Falls Roaring · 79 cfs 95th percentile
  5. 5 Nottely Falls Roaring · 79 cfs 95th percentile
  6. 6 Padgett Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 50th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lawrenceville (1 waterfall)

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.

DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

24.7 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lawrenceville (8 waterfalls)

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

Clay Creek Falls

20.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

44.5 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

44.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Lawrenceville

Clay Creek Falls

20.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

42.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

44.5 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

44.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

24.7 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft
High Water Falls waterfall

High Water Falls

25 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

26 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Noontootla Falls

Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Padgett Falls

34.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

35.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lawrenceville

Are there free waterfalls near Lawrenceville?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Lawrenceville, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lawrenceville?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Lawrenceville, including DeSoto Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lawrenceville?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lawrenceville, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lawrenceville?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lawrenceville, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lawrenceville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lawrenceville is Amicalola Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lawrenceville?

The tallest waterfall near Lawrenceville is Amicalola Falls at 729 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lawrenceville?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Lawrenceville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lawrenceville?

The closest waterfall to Lawrenceville is Clay Creek Falls, approximately 29.8 miles away.

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