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 Low Cane Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Piney Creek Falls Barely Flowing Virgin Falls Barely Flowing Cul-car-mac Falls Barely Flowing Cummins Falls Barely Flowing Dry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Double Drop Falls Barely Flowing Jacks Rock Falls Barely Flowing Double Falls Barely Flowing Magendanz Falls Barely Flowing Northrup 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 Barely Flowing Upper Piney Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 86°F

Aft 82°F Partly Sunny
Sun 86°F Sunny Best
Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 85°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 76°F Rain Showers Likely

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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

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

Cummins Falls

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

Burgess Falls

32 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Monterey

Ray Falls waterfall

Ray Falls

36.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Flatrock Falls

18 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

33.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Seventy Six Falls waterfall

Seventy Six Falls

47.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Piney Falls waterfall

Upper Piney Falls

40 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Lower Piney Falls waterfall

Lower Piney Falls

40.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Morphy Falls

2.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Falls waterfall

Snow Falls

0.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

24.5 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

5.5 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.6 miles 1,200 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

9.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

41.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Jock Falls

35.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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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