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
12.7 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Georgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Clay Creek Falls
33.7 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
12.7 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Amicalola Falls
44.6 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 600 ft
Cochrans Falls
66.2 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 4.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 1200 ft
Georgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Clay Creek Falls
33.7 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Nelson With Waterfalls
Padgett Falls
12.7 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Amicalola Falls
44.6 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 600 ft
Cochrans Falls
66.2 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 4.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 1200 ft
Georgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Clay Creek Falls
33.7 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Black Falls
51.8 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
High Falls
22.9 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Sea Creek Falls
22 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
DeSoto Falls
52.4 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 150 ft
High Water Falls
44.3 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Nottely Falls
24.7 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Helton Creek Falls
24.1 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Dukes Creek Falls
46.2 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Keown Falls
49.8 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Horsetrough Falls
21.7 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Anna Ruby Falls
45.9 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.9 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Haynes Falls
28.9 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Wilson Falls
23 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Hightower Falls
53 miles awayGeorgia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Leatherwood Falls
30.1 miles awayNorth Carolina
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft