Waterfall Hikes Near Lookout Mountain, TN

2,128 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 34.9944°N, -85.3516°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 Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Piney Creek 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 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 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Partly Sunny
Wed 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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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

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

Falling Water Falls

33.8 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

20.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Lookout Mountain

Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

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

Cascade Falls

19 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

41.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

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

Hemlock Falls

6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Morphy Falls

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

Benton Falls

26.7 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
3.0 miles 200 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
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

34.6 miles away
Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Hilliard Falls

6.6 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 11 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 3.9 miles away.

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