Waterfall Hikes Near Middle Valley, TN

11,619 residents

New York Time Zone

40 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Middle Valley? There are 40 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Middle Valley. 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 35.1877°N, -85.1959°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Middle Valley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 40 gauged

3 of 36 waterfalls near Middle Valley are flowing strongly today

Bald River Falls Low Bullet Creek Falls Low Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Benton Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Low Cascade Falls Low Deer Lick Falls Low Jumpoff Falls Low Monteagle Falls Low Cane Creek Falls Moderate Fall Creek Falls Moderate Hemlock Falls Moderate Piney Creek Falls Moderate Virgin Falls Moderate Falling Water Falls Moderate Flatrock Falls Moderate Freudenberg Falls Moderate Rockstack Falls Moderate Slider Falls Moderate Foster Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Strong Middle Creek Falls Strong Three Creeks Falls Strong Little Falls Barely Flowing Lower Piney Falls Moderate Upper Piney Falls Moderate Lula Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 94°F

Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 94°F Sunny Best

Thu 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 91°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 91°F Sunny

Mon 90°F Mostly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Middle Valley (9 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.

Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

42 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

0.3 miles 100 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Middle Valley

Cane Creek Falls waterfall

Cane Creek Falls

9.4 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

9.7 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 300 ft

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

44 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.0 miles 200 ft

Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

11.3 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

28.6 miles away

Georgia

Moderate

1.8 miles 400 ft

Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

13 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.0 miles 200 ft

Pilot Falls waterfall

Pilot Falls

15 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 200 ft

Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

28.1 miles away

Alabama

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bullet Creek Falls waterfall

Bullet Creek Falls

26 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

3.0 miles 400 ft

Stinging Fork Falls waterfall

Stinging Fork Falls

3 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

17.2 miles away

Tennessee

Hard

8.2 miles 1,200 ft

Lower Piney Falls waterfall

Lower Piney Falls

20.2 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

Upper Piney Falls waterfall

Upper Piney Falls

0.2 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 200 ft

Ray Falls waterfall

Ray Falls

3.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

8.6 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.6 miles 314 ft

Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

7.4 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

11.9 miles away

Alabama

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

28.1 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bald River Falls waterfall

Bald River Falls

46.8 miles away

Tennessee

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Middle Valley

Are there free waterfalls near Middle Valley?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Middle Valley, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Middle Valley?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Middle Valley, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Middle Valley?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Middle Valley, including Bald River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Middle Valley?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Middle Valley, including Bald River Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Middle Valley?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Middle Valley, including Foster Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Middle Valley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Middle Valley is Bald River Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Middle Valley?

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

Do any waterfalls near Middle Valley require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Middle Valley?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Middle Valley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Middle Valley?

The closest waterfall to Middle Valley is Falling Water Falls, approximately 3.8 miles away.

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