Waterfall Hikes Near Morristown, TN

66,220 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Morristown looks south across the valley toward the high Smokies, and most of its thirteen falls ask for real effort. Flat Creek Falls stands 200 feet after a 4.5 mile hike with 800 feet of gain, dog friendly the whole way. Ramsey Cascades climbs 2,200 feet over eight miles to water falling 100 feet. Mingo Falls is the short one, 120 feet reached in four tenths of a mile. Mouse Creek Falls adds a swimming hole below its 45 feet.

Located at 36.2043°N, -83.3001°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Morristown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

13 waterfalls near Morristown have live flow data today

Buckeye Falls Low Spivey Falls Low Flat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Low Laurel Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Ramsey Cascades Low Wilson Falls Low Little Creek Falls Low Mingo Falls Low Mouse Creek Falls Low Woodfin Falls Barely Flowing Soco Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 41 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 76°F

Tod 76°F Sunny Best
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 84°F Sunny
Thu 86°F Sunny
Fri 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 75°F Rain Showers Likely

Flowing best right now near Morristown

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Grotto Falls Low · 34 cfs 14th percentile
  2. 2 Laurel Falls Low · 34 cfs 14th percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Low · 34 cfs 14th percentile
  4. 4 Ramsey Cascades Low · 34 cfs 14th percentile
  5. 5 Wilson Falls Low · 34 cfs 14th percentile
  6. 6 Buckeye Falls Low · 34 cfs 12th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Morristown (3 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 Morristown (7 waterfalls)

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Mouse Creek Falls waterfall

Mouse Creek Falls

30 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

32.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft
Mingo Falls waterfall

Mingo Falls

33.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Buckeye Falls in Tennessee, about 477 feet of drop LiDAR

Buckeye Falls

36.4 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Morristown

Ramsey Cascades waterfall

Ramsey Cascades

24.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2,200 ft
Mouse Creek Falls waterfall

Mouse Creek Falls

30 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

32.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

33.4 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
5.4 miles 800 ft
Mingo Falls waterfall

Mingo Falls

33.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Buckeye Falls in Tennessee, about 477 feet of drop LiDAR

Buckeye Falls

36.4 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
Little Creek Falls waterfall

Little Creek Falls

37.2 miles away
North Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Flat Creek Falls waterfall

Flat Creek Falls

37.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

37.9 miles away
Tennessee
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

38.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Soco Falls waterfall

Soco Falls

40.3 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

42.9 miles away
Tennessee
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Woodfin Falls waterfall

Woodfin Falls

45.3 miles away
North Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Morristown

Are there free waterfalls near Morristown?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Morristown, including Buckeye Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Morristown?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Morristown, including Laurel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Morristown?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Morristown, including Buckeye Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Morristown?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Morristown, including Grotto Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Morristown?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Morristown, including Mouse Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Morristown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Morristown is Buckeye Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Morristown?

The tallest waterfall near Morristown is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Morristown?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Morristown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Morristown?

The closest waterfall to Morristown is Ramsey Cascades, approximately 24.2 miles away.

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