Waterfall Hikes Near Mount Juliet, TN
within 50 miles
Mount Juliet marks the far east edge of Nashville's sprawl, which puts its six falls down I-40 toward the plateau. Cummins Falls is the big one, 75 feet with a swimming hole below and 2.5 miles of moderate trail, dogs permitted. Burgess Falls stands 136 feet and takes a mile and a half to reach. Cascade Falls keeps it easy at that same distance. Dry Creek Falls runs 2.5 miles with 300 feet of gain. All of them run strongest in spring.
Map of Waterfalls Near Mount Juliet
Today's Conditions
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Water Flow
6 waterfalls near Mount Juliet have live flow data today
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Best Day to Hike
Saturday
Sunny · 97°F
Flowing best right now near Mount Juliet
Updated about 2 hours agoRanked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.
- 1 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 794 cfs 71st percentile
- 2 Cascade Falls Moderate · 68 cfs 50th percentile
- 3 Burgess Falls Moderate · 60 cfs 27th percentile
- 4 Cul-car-mac Falls Barely Flowing · 25 cfs 9th percentile
- 5 Cummins Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 8th percentile
- 6 Dry Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 8th percentile
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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mount Juliet (3 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
All 6 Waterfalls Near Mount Juliet
Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mount Juliet
Are there free waterfalls near Mount Juliet?
There are 2 free waterfalls near Mount Juliet, including Burgess Falls.
Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mount Juliet?
There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mount Juliet, including Burgess Falls.
Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Juliet?
There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Juliet, including Burgess Falls.
Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mount Juliet?
There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Mount Juliet, including Cummins Falls.
What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mount Juliet?
The shortest waterfall hike near Mount Juliet is Burgess Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.
How tall are the waterfalls near Mount Juliet?
The tallest waterfall near Mount Juliet is Burgess Falls at 136 feet.
Do any waterfalls near Mount Juliet require permits?
Yes, 1 waterfall near Mount Juliet requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.
Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mount Juliet?
Yes, 5 waterfalls near Mount Juliet have nearby campgrounds.
What is the closest waterfall to Mount Juliet?
The closest waterfall to Mount Juliet is Cummins Falls, approximately 42.2 miles away.
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