Waterfall Hikes Near Monterey, TN

2,751 residents
Chicago Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Monterey? There are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Monterey. 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 36.1447°N, -85.2643°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Monterey

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 38 gauged

34 waterfalls near Monterey have live flow data today

Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Ozone Falls Barely Flowing Burgess Falls Barely Flowing Cane Creek Falls Moderate Fall Creek Falls Moderate Hemlock Falls Moderate Piney Creek Falls Moderate Virgin Falls Moderate Cul-car-mac Falls Low Cummins Falls Low Dry Creek Falls Low Double Drop Falls Barely Flowing Jacks Rock Falls Barely Flowing Double Falls Barely Flowing Magendanz Falls Barely Flowing Northrup Falls Barely Flowing Falling Water Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock 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 Jock Falls Barely Flowing Seventy Six Falls Barely Flowing Lower Piney Falls Moderate Upper Piney Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 84°F

Tue 84°F Sunny Best
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 85°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 86°F Sunny
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Monterey

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 The Falls Moderate · 245 cfs 42nd percentile
  2. 2 Upper Piney Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 37th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Piney Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 37th percentile
  4. 4 Cane Creek Falls Low · 47 cfs 22nd percentile
  5. 5 Cul-car-mac Falls Low · 13 cfs 22nd percentile
  6. 6 Piney Creek Falls Low · 47 cfs 22nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Monterey (6 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 Monterey (19 waterfalls)

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

Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

17.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft
Cummins Falls waterfall

Cummins Falls

24.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Burgess Falls waterfall

Burgess Falls

38.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near Monterey

Pilot Falls waterfall

Pilot Falls

15 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

17.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft
Dry Creek Falls waterfall

Dry Creek Falls

26.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Cummins Falls waterfall

Cummins Falls

24.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Burgess Falls waterfall

Burgess Falls

38.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Double Drop Falls

17.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

13 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Jacks Rock Falls waterfall

Jacks Rock Falls

20.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Magendanz Falls

1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Northrup Falls waterfall

Northrup Falls

37.3 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
1.3 miles 200 ft
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
Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

11.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Cul-car-mac Falls

2.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

28.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

12.8 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

7.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hilliard Falls

8.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

4.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Stinging Fork Falls waterfall

Stinging Fork Falls

3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Monterey

Are there free waterfalls near Monterey?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Monterey, including Burgess Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Monterey?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Monterey, including Falling Water Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Monterey?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Monterey, including Burgess Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Monterey?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Monterey, including Burgess Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Monterey?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Monterey, including Cummins Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Monterey?

The shortest waterfall hike near Monterey is Basin Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Monterey?

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

Do any waterfalls near Monterey require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Monterey?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Monterey have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Monterey?

The closest waterfall to Monterey is Pilot Falls, approximately 14.3 miles away.

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