Waterfall Hikes Near Monterey, TN

2,751 residents
Chicago Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Monterey? There are 33 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

29 of 33 gauged

29 waterfalls near Monterey have live flow data today

Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Ozone 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 Double Drop Falls Moderate Jacks Rock Falls Moderate Double Falls Moderate Magendanz Falls Moderate Northrup Falls Moderate Flatrock Falls Moderate 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 Lower Piney Falls Barely Flowing Upper Piney Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 92°F

Wed 92°F Sunny Best
Thu 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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 Flatrock Falls Moderate · 417 cfs 69th percentile
  2. 2 Double Drop Falls Moderate · 87 cfs 66th percentile
  3. 3 Jacks Rock Falls Moderate · 87 cfs 66th percentile
  4. 4 Northrup Falls Moderate · 406 cfs 64th percentile
  5. 5 The Falls Moderate · 1840 cfs 64th percentile
  6. 6 Double Falls Moderate · 406 cfs 64th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Monterey (5 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 (18 waterfalls)

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

Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

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

Cummins Falls

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

Burgess Falls

35.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Monterey

Pilot Falls waterfall

Pilot Falls

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

Virgin Falls

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

Dry Creek Falls

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

Cummins Falls

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

Burgess Falls

35.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Double Drop Falls

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

Hemlock Falls

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

Jacks Rock Falls

13 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Magendanz Falls

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

Northrup Falls

43.7 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
1.3 miles 200 ft
Cane Creek Falls waterfall

Cane Creek Falls

27.6 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
Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

26.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Cul-car-mac Falls

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

Great Falls

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

Ozone Falls

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

Basin Falls

7.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hilliard Falls

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

Crystal Falls

24.9 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 14 free waterfalls near Monterey, including Burgess Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Monterey?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Monterey, including Hemlock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Monterey?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Monterey, including Burgess Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Monterey?

There are 18 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 0.6 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, 20 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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