Waterfall Hikes Near McCaysville, GA

1,639 residents
New York Time Zone
41 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near McCaysville? There are 41 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of McCaysville. 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 34.9811°N, -84.3706°W

Map of Waterfalls Near McCaysville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

41 of 41 gauged

1 of 41 waterfalls near McCaysville is flowing strongly today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Anna Ruby Falls Barely Flowing Dukes Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bald River Falls Moderate Bullet Creek Falls Moderate Bemis Camp Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Leatherwood Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Santeetlah Bluff Falls Barely Flowing Sassafras Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Stewart Falls Barely Flowing Benton Falls Barely Flowing Berties Falls Strong Black Falls Barely Flowing Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing Burningtown Falls Low DeSoto Falls Barely Flowing Helton Creek Falls Barely Flowing High Water Falls Barely Flowing Nottely Falls Barely Flowing Falling Water Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Haynes Falls Barely Flowing Horsetrough Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Low Noontootla Falls Low Sea Creek Falls Low Kennedy Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Queens Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Timpson Falls Barely Flowing Stekoa Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 90°F

Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Mon 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near McCaysville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Berties Falls Strong · 125 cfs 77th percentile
  2. 2 Bald River Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 25th percentile
  3. 3 Bullet Creek Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 25th percentile
  4. 4 Burningtown Falls Low · 159 cfs 24th percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Low · 239 cfs 16th percentile
  6. 6 Sea Creek Falls Low · 239 cfs 16th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near McCaysville (7 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.

Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

18.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Bald River Falls waterfall

Bald River Falls

15.7 miles away
Tennessee
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around McCaysville (27 waterfalls)

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

Noontootla Falls

41.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sea Creek Falls waterfall

Sea Creek Falls

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

High Falls

32.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 41 Waterfalls Near McCaysville

Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

18.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Bullet Creek Falls waterfall

Bullet Creek Falls

22.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft

Noontootla Falls

41.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sea Creek Falls waterfall

Sea Creek Falls

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

High Falls

32.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bald River Falls waterfall

Bald River Falls

15.7 miles away
Tennessee
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

33.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

32.7 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
Haynes Falls waterfall CC

Haynes Falls

32.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leatherwood Falls waterfall

Leatherwood Falls

46.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

30.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Padgett Falls

35.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft

Sassafras Falls

9.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

45.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

9.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

45.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Water Falls waterfall

High Water Falls

44.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

44.6 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near McCaysville

Are there free waterfalls near McCaysville?

There are 20 free waterfalls near McCaysville, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near McCaysville?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near McCaysville, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in McCaysville?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near McCaysville, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near McCaysville?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near McCaysville, including Amicalola Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near McCaysville?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near McCaysville, including Lower Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near McCaysville?

The shortest waterfall hike near McCaysville is Amicalola Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near McCaysville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around McCaysville?

Yes, 41 waterfalls near McCaysville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to McCaysville?

The closest waterfall to McCaysville is Benton Falls, approximately 17.3 miles away.

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