Waterfall Hikes Near Milton, GA

41,029 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Milton? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Milton. 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 34.1353°N, -84.3139°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Milton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 waterfalls near Milton have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Black Falls Barely Flowing Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing DeSoto Falls Moderate Helton Creek Falls Moderate High Water Falls Moderate Nottely Falls Moderate Dukes Creek Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Noontootla Falls Barely Flowing Sea Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hightower Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 95°F

Mon 94°F Sunny
Tue 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 95°F Sunny Best
Thu 96°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 96°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Milton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Dukes Creek Falls Moderate · 60 cfs 58th percentile
  2. 2 DeSoto Falls Moderate · 68 cfs 54th percentile
  3. 3 Helton Creek Falls Moderate · 68 cfs 54th percentile
  4. 4 High Water Falls Moderate · 68 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 Nottely Falls Moderate · 68 cfs 54th percentile
  6. 6 Black Falls Barely Flowing · 150 cfs 7th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Milton (1 waterfall)

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 Milton (10 waterfalls)

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

Padgett Falls

35.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Noontootla Falls

41.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

40.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Milton

Padgett Falls

35.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Noontootla Falls

41.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

40.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

30.3 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
Sea Creek Falls waterfall

Sea Creek Falls

31.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

38.9 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
High Water Falls waterfall

High Water Falls

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

Nottely Falls

45.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

45.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

20.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Milton

Are there free waterfalls near Milton?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Milton, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Milton?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Milton, including DeSoto Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Milton?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Milton, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Milton?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Milton, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Milton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Milton is Amicalola Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Milton?

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

Do any waterfalls near Milton require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Milton requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Milton?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Milton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Milton?

The closest waterfall to Milton is Padgett Falls, approximately 22 miles away.

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