Waterfall Hikes Near Lynchburg, TN

6,558 residents
Chicago Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lynchburg? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lynchburg. 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 35.2846°N, -86.3587°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lynchburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 31 gauged

31 waterfalls near Lynchburg have live flow data today

Baker Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Bluehole Falls Barely Flowing Bosworth Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Copperas Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Machine Falls Barely Flowing Ovoca Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rutledge Falls Barely Flowing Boone Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Deer Lick Falls Barely Flowing Jumpoff Falls Barely Flowing Monteagle Falls Barely Flowing Copperas Falls Barely Flowing Marcella Falls Barely Flowing Ditto Falls Moderate Ragsdale Falls Moderate Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Barely Flowing Middle Creek Falls Low Three Creeks Falls Low Piney Branch Falls Low Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rattlesnake Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 90°F

Tue 90°F Sunny Best
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 89°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 89°F Sunny
Sat 91°F Sunny
Sun 92°F Sunny
Mon 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lynchburg

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Ragsdale Falls Moderate ยท 28 cfs 45th percentile
  2. 2 Ditto Falls Moderate ยท 28 cfs 45th percentile
  3. 3 Boone Falls Moderate ยท 258 cfs 28th percentile
  4. 4 Three Creeks Falls Low ยท 0 cfs 20th percentile
  5. 5 Middle Creek Falls Low ยท 0 cfs 20th percentile
  6. 6 Piney Branch Falls Low ยท 33 cfs 14th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lynchburg (3 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.

Ovoca Falls

40.9 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lynchburg (13 waterfalls)

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

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

38.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Machine Falls waterfall

Machine Falls

1.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

3.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Baker Falls waterfall

Baker Falls

4.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Lynchburg

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

38.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

39.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ovoca Falls

40.9 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Machine Falls waterfall

Machine Falls

1.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

3.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Baker Falls waterfall

Baker Falls

4.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bosworth Falls

13.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Boone Falls waterfall CC

Boone Falls

45.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

15.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

15.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Bluehole Falls waterfall

Bluehole Falls

15.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

44 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Deer Lick Falls

28 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

Monteagle Falls

24.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

24.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Jumpoff Falls

5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

23.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

Marcella Falls

38.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

41.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lynchburg

Are there free waterfalls near Lynchburg?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Lynchburg, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lynchburg?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Lynchburg, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lynchburg?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lynchburg, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lynchburg?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lynchburg, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lynchburg?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Lynchburg, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lynchburg?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lynchburg is Baker Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lynchburg?

The tallest waterfall near Lynchburg is Rainbow Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lynchburg?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Lynchburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lynchburg?

The closest waterfall to Lynchburg is Cascade Falls, approximately 11.7 miles away.

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