Waterfall Hikes Near Nelson, GA
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nelson? Luckily, there are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Nelson, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Nelson
Find waterfalls to hike near Nelson
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Nelson (10 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.
Padgett Falls
63 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Noontootla Falls
33.5 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Clay Creek Falls
2.1 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Nelson (14 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
Padgett Falls
63 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Amicalola Falls
25.6 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 600 ft
Cochrans Falls
12.2 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 4.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 1200 ft
Noontootla Falls
33.5 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Clay Creek Falls
2.1 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Nelson With Waterfalls
Padgett Falls
63 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Amicalola Falls
25.6 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 600 ft
Cochrans Falls
12.2 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 4.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 1200 ft
Noontootla Falls
33.5 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Clay Creek Falls
2.1 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Black Falls
21.6 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
High Falls
27.9 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Sea Creek Falls
41.8 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
DeSoto Falls
34 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 150 ft
High Water Falls
32.1 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Nottely Falls
35.2 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Helton Creek Falls
36.8 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Dukes Creek Falls
38.7 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Keown Falls
61.2 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Horsetrough Falls
43.4 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Anna Ruby Falls
45.1 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.9 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Haynes Falls
46.6 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Wilson Falls
52.7 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Hightower Falls
61.1 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Leatherwood Falls
46.2 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft