Waterfall Hikes Near Lookout Mountain, GA

1,793 residents
New York Time Zone
32 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lookout Mountain? There are 32 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

28 of 32 gauged

28 waterfalls near Lookout Mountain have live flow data today

Benton Falls Low 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 Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Piney Creek Falls Barely Flowing Virgin Falls Barely Flowing De Soto Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing 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 Moderate Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Middle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Three Creeks Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Low Lula Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Aft 88°F Partly Sunny
Thu 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 87°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 88°F Sunny
Sun 88°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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 Keown Falls Moderate · 1010 cfs 39th percentile
  2. 2 Little River Falls Low · 26 cfs 21st percentile
  3. 3 Lula Falls Low · 11 cfs 17th percentile
  4. 4 Benton Falls Low · 30 cfs 14th percentile
  5. 5 Little Falls Barely Flowing · 5 cfs 6th percentile
  6. 6 Three Creeks Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 5th 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

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

Falling Water Falls

17.8 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lookout Mountain (18 waterfalls)

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

Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

33.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft

All 32 Waterfalls Near Lookout Mountain

Cane Creek Falls waterfall

Cane Creek Falls

16.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

25.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

47.7 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

15.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

19.5 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

28.4 miles away
Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Morphy Falls

30.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

13.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Snow Falls waterfall

Snow Falls

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

Laurel Falls

29.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

17.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft

Hilliard Falls

33.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lookout Mountain

Are there free waterfalls near Lookout Mountain?

There are 13 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 18 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, 2 waterfalls near Lookout Mountain require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lookout Mountain?

Yes, 14 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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Chattanooga-Lookout Mountain

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Hampton Inn Chattanooga West/Lookout Mountain

Hampton Inn Chattanooga West/Lookout Mountain

8.5 294 reviews
Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga Lookout Mountain West

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7.9 1,483 reviews
La Quinta by Wyndham Chattanooga - Lookout Mtn

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