Waterfall Hikes Near Murfreesboro, TN

184,763 residents

Chicago Time Zone

18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Murfreesboro spreads across the flat Stones River basin, which is why all eighteen of its falls require highway time. Cascade Falls repays a short drive with a mile and a half of easy, dog friendly trail. Ovoca Falls barely asks for a walk, a tenth of a mile. Rainbow Falls runs 5.4 miles to an 80 foot drop. Baker Falls is the endurance day at 8.2 hard miles, and a fit dog can come along.

Located at 35.8490°N, -86.4121°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Murfreesboro

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Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

3 of 18 waterfalls near Murfreesboro are flowing strongly today

Baker Falls Low Big Falls Low Bluehole Falls Low Bosworth Falls Low Cascade Falls Low Copperas Falls Low Little Falls Low Machine Falls Low Ovoca Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rutledge Falls Low Boone Falls Barely Flowing Burgess Falls Strong Cul-car-mac Falls Roaring Jackson Falls Barely Flowing Virgin Falls Roaring

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Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 97°F

Aft 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 95°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny

Mon 94°F Patchy Fog then Sunny

Tue 98°F Sunny

Wed 97°F Sunny

Thu 97°F Sunny Best

Fri 94°F Mostly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Murfreesboro (1 waterfall)

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 Murfreesboro (10 waterfalls)

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Cascade Falls

44.5 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Baker Falls

47.9 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Murfreesboro

Rainbow Falls

31.8 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Cascade Falls

44.5 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Baker Falls

47.9 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bosworth Falls

39.7 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

11.5 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rainbow Falls

39.7 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Ovoca Falls

45.6 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Big Falls

41.3 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Bluehole Falls

44.5 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Falls

44.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

1.6 miles 200 ft

Machine Falls

2.2 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

1.6 miles 200 ft

Cul-car-mac Falls

22.3 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rutledge Falls

49 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls

13 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Burgess Falls

10.7 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

1.5 miles 200 ft

Boone Falls

38.7 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Jackson Falls

29.7 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

0.4 miles 200 ft

Virgin Falls

41.3 miles away

Tennessee

Hard

8.2 miles 1,200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Murfreesboro

Are there free waterfalls near Murfreesboro?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Murfreesboro, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Murfreesboro?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Murfreesboro, including Ovoca Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Murfreesboro?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Murfreesboro, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Murfreesboro?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Murfreesboro, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Murfreesboro?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Murfreesboro, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Murfreesboro?

The shortest waterfall hike near Murfreesboro is Baker Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Murfreesboro?

The tallest waterfall near Murfreesboro is Burgess Falls at 136 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Murfreesboro require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Murfreesboro requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Murfreesboro?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Murfreesboro have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Murfreesboro?

The closest waterfall to Murfreesboro is Rainbow Falls, approximately 21.1 miles away.

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