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 about 2 hours 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 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Mingo Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Little Creek Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Walker Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Douglas Falk Roaring · 6 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Flat Creek Falls Roaring · 120 cfs 98th percentile
  6. 6 Second Falls Roaring · 43 cfs 97th 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

Upper Vernal Falls

12 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Vernal Falls

12.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dill Falls waterfall

Dill Falls

12.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Douglas Falk

34.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

17 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft
Second Falls waterfall

Second Falls

14.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Yellowstone Falls waterfall

Yellowstone Falls

14.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Courthouse Falls waterfall

Courthouse Falls

14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Schoolhouse Falls waterfall

Schoolhouse Falls

25.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

30.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

22.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dismal Falls waterfall CC

Dismal Falls

24.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

44.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Burningtown Falls waterfall

Burningtown Falls

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

High Falls

17.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Slick Rock Falls waterfall

Slick Rock Falls

17.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles 150 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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