Waterfall Hikes Near Monteagle, TN

1,915 residents
Chicago Time Zone
41 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Monteagle? There are 41 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Monteagle. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.2367°N, -85.8513°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Monteagle

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

38 of 41 gauged

5 of 38 waterfalls near Monteagle are flowing strongly today

Baker Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Bluehole Falls Moderate Bosworth Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Copperas Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Machine Falls Moderate Ovoca Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rutledge Falls Moderate Boone Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Strong Cascade Falls Strong Deer Lick Falls Strong Jumpoff Falls Strong Monteagle Falls Strong Cane Creek Falls Moderate Fall Creek Falls Moderate Hemlock Falls Moderate Piney Creek Falls Moderate Cul-car-mac Falls Moderate De Soto Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Foster Falls Moderate Great Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Griffin Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Middle Creek Falls Moderate Lula Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 72°F

Thu 85°F Sunny
Fri 74°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Sat 57°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 61°F Sunny
Mon 65°F Sunny
Tue 68°F Sunny
Wed 72°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Monteagle

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Jumpoff Falls Strong ยท 90 cfs 81st percentile
  2. 2 Deer Lick Falls Strong ยท 90 cfs 81st percentile
  3. 3 Monteagle Falls Strong ยท 90 cfs 81st percentile
  4. 4 Cascade Falls Strong ยท 90 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 Bridal Veil Falls Strong ยท 90 cfs 81st percentile
  6. 6 Foster Falls Moderate ยท 70 cfs 61st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Monteagle (15 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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

1.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Deer Lick Falls in Tennessee, about 199 feet of drop LiDAR

Deer Lick Falls

4.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Monteagle (21 waterfalls)

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

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

2.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

10.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

All 41 Waterfalls Near Monteagle

LiDAR terrain view around Flatrock Falls in Tennessee, about 297 feet of drop LiDAR

Flatrock Falls

26.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Slider Falls waterfall

Slider Falls

26.1 miles away
Tennessee
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

26.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

28 miles away
Tennessee
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

28 miles away
Alabama
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

28.4 miles away
Alabama
Easy
0.3 miles Unknown
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

32.5 miles away
Tennessee
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

35.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

37.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Cul-car-mac Falls in Tennessee, about 209 feet of drop LiDAR

Cul-car-mac Falls

37.8 miles away
Tennessee
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Boone Falls waterfall CC

Boone Falls

38.4 miles away
Tennessee
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

41.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

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

Cane Creek Falls

42 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

42.3 miles away
Tennessee
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

44.6 miles away
Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles Unknown
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

45.2 miles away
Alabama
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

45.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
6.2 miles 650 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Morphy Falls in Tennessee, about 61 feet of drop LiDAR

Morphy Falls

48.1 miles away
Tennessee
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Snow Falls waterfall

Snow Falls

49.5 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
10.0 miles Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Monteagle

Are there free waterfalls near Monteagle?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Monteagle, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Monteagle?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Monteagle, including Big Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Monteagle?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Monteagle, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Monteagle?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Monteagle, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Monteagle?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Monteagle, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Monteagle?

The shortest waterfall hike near Monteagle is Big Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Monteagle?

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

Do any waterfalls near Monteagle require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Monteagle?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Monteagle have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Monteagle?

The closest waterfall to Monteagle is Cascade Falls, approximately 1.1 miles away.

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Where to Stay

Quality Inn Monteagle

Quality Inn Monteagle

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The Sewanee Inn

The Sewanee Inn

9.5 56 reviews
The Smoke House Lodge

The Smoke House Lodge

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Spark by Hilton Kimball

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