Waterfall Hikes Near Newport, TN

6,850 residents
New York Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Newport? There are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Newport. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.9617°N, -83.1976°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Newport

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

38 of 38 gauged

27 of 38 waterfalls near Newport are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Roaring Betsy Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate Blue Sea Falls Strong Mitchell Falls Strong Roaring Spout Falls Strong Buckeye Falls Roaring Spivey Falls Roaring Burningtown Falls Moderate Courthouse Falls Roaring Dill Falls Roaring Lower Vernal Falls Roaring Second Falls Roaring Yellowstone Falls Roaring Woodfin Falls Roaring Upper Vernal Falls Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Dismal Falls Moderate Schoolhouse Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Roaring Walker Falls Roaring Flat Creek Falls Roaring Grotto Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Ramsey Cascades Roaring Wilson Falls Roaring High Falls Moderate Slick Rock Falls Moderate Little Creek Falls Roaring Mingo Falls Roaring Mouse Creek Falls Strong Reems Creek Falls Strong Soco Falls Strong

Updated 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 93°F

Aft 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 93°F Sunny Best
Wed 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 95°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Newport

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Second Falls Roaring · 44 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Yellowstone Falls Roaring · 44 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Woodfin Falls Roaring · 44 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Mingo Falls Roaring · 788 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Lower Vernal Falls Roaring · 44 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Courthouse Falls Roaring · 44 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Newport (8 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.

Soco Falls waterfall

Soco Falls

35.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Newport (21 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Mouse Creek Falls waterfall

Mouse Creek Falls

25.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Flat Creek Falls waterfall

Flat Creek Falls

32.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Mingo Falls waterfall

Mingo Falls

29.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

43.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near Newport

Mouse Creek Falls waterfall

Mouse Creek Falls

25.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Ramsey Cascades waterfall

Ramsey Cascades

48.6 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2,200 ft
Flat Creek Falls waterfall

Flat Creek Falls

32.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Soco Falls waterfall

Soco Falls

35.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Mingo Falls waterfall

Mingo Falls

29.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

43.9 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
5.4 miles 800 ft
Woodfin Falls waterfall

Woodfin Falls

40.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Creek Falls waterfall

Little Creek Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

26.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

37.7 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

Buckeye Falls

44.8 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

38.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Thurston Hatcher Falls

17.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Reems Creek Falls waterfall

Reems Creek Falls

9.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

47.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Betsy Falls waterfall

Betsy Falls

North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Onion Falls waterfall

Onion Falls

47.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Onion Cliff Falls waterfall

Onion Cliff Falls

18.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Slatten Falls

16.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Newport

Are there free waterfalls near Newport?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Newport, including Buckeye Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Newport?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Newport, including Courthouse Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Newport?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Newport, including Buckeye Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Newport?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Newport, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Newport?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Newport, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Newport?

The shortest waterfall hike near Newport is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Newport?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Newport?

Yes, 38 waterfalls near Newport have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Newport?

The closest waterfall to Newport is Mouse Creek Falls, approximately 13.8 miles away.

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