Waterfall Hikes Near McMinnville, TN

13,756 residents
Chicago Time Zone
48 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near McMinnville? There are 48 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of McMinnville. 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 35.6864°N, -85.7812°W

Map of Waterfalls Near McMinnville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

44 of 48 gauged

44 waterfalls near McMinnville 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 Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel 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 Burgess Falls Moderate Cane Creek Falls Moderate Fall Creek Falls Moderate Hemlock Falls Moderate Piney Creek Falls Moderate Virgin Falls Moderate Cul-car-mac Falls Barely Flowing Cummins Falls Moderate Dry Creek Falls Moderate 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 Great Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Middle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Three Creeks Falls Barely Flowing Lower Piney Falls Barely Flowing Upper Piney Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 95°F

Wed 95°F Sunny Best
Thu 96°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 94°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near McMinnville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Dry Creek Falls Moderate · 25 cfs 58th percentile
  2. 2 Cummins Falls Moderate · 25 cfs 58th percentile
  3. 3 Burgess Falls Moderate · 27 cfs 49th percentile
  4. 4 Virgin Falls Moderate · 51 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 Fall Creek Falls Moderate · 51 cfs 41st percentile
  6. 6 Cane Creek Falls Moderate · 51 cfs 41st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near McMinnville (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around McMinnville (23 waterfalls)

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

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

7.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

26.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

27.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Cane Creek Falls waterfall

Cane Creek Falls

27.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 48 Waterfalls Near McMinnville

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

7.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Cul-car-mac Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

43.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

26.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

27.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Cane Creek Falls waterfall

Cane Creek Falls

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

Hemlock Falls

31.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Deer Lick Falls

2.3 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 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
Bluehole Falls waterfall

Bluehole Falls

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

Little Falls

46 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

45.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Burgess Falls waterfall

Burgess Falls

35.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

44.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bosworth Falls

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

Cascade Falls

6.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

29.3 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft
Baker Falls waterfall

Baker Falls

42.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

24.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near McMinnville

Are there free waterfalls near McMinnville?

There are 20 free waterfalls near McMinnville, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near McMinnville?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near McMinnville, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in McMinnville?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near McMinnville, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near McMinnville?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near McMinnville, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near McMinnville?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near McMinnville, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near McMinnville?

The shortest waterfall hike near McMinnville is Baker Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near McMinnville?

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

Do any waterfalls near McMinnville require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near McMinnville require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around McMinnville?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near McMinnville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to McMinnville?

The closest waterfall to McMinnville is Great Falls, approximately 12.2 miles away.

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