Waterfall Hikes Near Lookout Mountain, GA

1,793 residents
New York Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lookout Mountain? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lookout Mountain. 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 34.9664°N, -85.3622°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lookout Mountain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 31 gauged

27 waterfalls near Lookout Mountain have live flow data today

Benton Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Deer Lick Falls Barely Flowing Jumpoff Falls Barely Flowing Monteagle Falls Barely Flowing Cane Creek Falls Moderate Fall Creek Falls Moderate Hemlock Falls Moderate Piney Creek Falls Moderate De Soto Falls Low High Falls Low Little Falls Low 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 Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Middle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Three Creeks Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Barely Flowing Lula Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 89°F

Tod 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 93°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best
Mon 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Lookout Mountain

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cane Creek Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 37th percentile
  2. 2 Piney Creek Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 37th percentile
  3. 3 Fall Creek Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 37th percentile
  4. 4 Hemlock Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 37th percentile
  5. 5 De Soto Falls Low · 9 cfs 10th percentile
  6. 6 Little Falls Low · 9 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lookout Mountain (8 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

43.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

23.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lookout Mountain (17 waterfalls)

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

Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

37 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Lookout Mountain

Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

37 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

43.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Middle Creek Falls waterfall

Middle Creek Falls

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

Three Creeks Falls

41 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft

Rockstack Falls

18.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

23.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft

Freudenberg Falls

17.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Flatrock Falls

23.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Slider Falls waterfall

Slider Falls

23.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

39.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

33.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft

Jumpoff Falls

30 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

42 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Monteagle Falls

2.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Deer Lick Falls

2.3 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

27.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lookout Mountain

Are there free waterfalls near Lookout Mountain?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lookout Mountain?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Lookout Mountain, including Benton Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lookout Mountain?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lookout Mountain, including Benton Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lookout Mountain?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lookout Mountain, including Benton Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lookout Mountain?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Lookout Mountain, including Foster Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lookout Mountain?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lookout Mountain is Benton Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lookout Mountain?

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

Do any waterfalls near Lookout Mountain require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lookout Mountain?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Lookout Mountain have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lookout Mountain?

The closest waterfall to Lookout Mountain is Lula Falls, approximately 2 miles away.

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Where to Stay

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Chattanooga-Lookout Mountain

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Hampton Inn Chattanooga West/Lookout Mountain

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