Waterfall Hikes Near Niota, TN

705 residents

New York Time Zone

42 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Niota? There are 42 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Niota. 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 35.5171°N, -84.5499°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Niota

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

38 of 42 gauged

13 of 38 waterfalls near Niota are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Strong Bald River Falls Moderate Bullet Creek Falls Moderate Basin Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Ozone Falls Moderate Bemis Camp Falls Roaring Big Falls Roaring Leatherwood Falls Roaring Middle Falls Roaring Santeetlah Bluff Falls Roaring Sassafras Falls Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Stewart Falls Roaring Benton Falls Barely Flowing Cane Creek Falls Moderate Fall Creek Falls Moderate Hemlock Falls Moderate Piney Creek Falls Moderate Virgin Falls Moderate Double Drop Falls Barely Flowing Jacks Rock Falls Barely Flowing Falling Water Falls Moderate Flatrock Falls Moderate Freudenberg Falls Moderate Rockstack Falls Moderate Slider Falls Moderate Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Hilliard Falls Moderate Pilot Falls Moderate Ray Falls Moderate Stinging Fork Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Roaring Lower Falls Roaring Queens Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Strong Lower Piney Falls Low Upper Piney Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 90°F Sunny Best

Fri 90°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Sat 87°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Niota (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.

Benton Falls

14.1 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

3.0 miles 200 ft

Laurel Falls

23.8 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.6 miles 314 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Niota (22 waterfalls)

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

Snow Falls

24.4 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Piney Falls

33.4 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

All 42 Waterfalls Near Niota

Bullet Creek Falls

5.8 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

3.0 miles 400 ft

Benton Falls

14.1 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

3.0 miles 200 ft

Laurel Falls

23.8 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.6 miles 314 ft

Snow Falls

24.4 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Morphy Falls

46.4 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Piney Falls

33.4 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

Upper Piney Falls

33.4 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 200 ft

Laurel Falls

22 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.6 miles 314 ft

Bald River Falls

25.3 miles away

Tennessee

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Ray Falls

34.9 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Stinging Fork Falls

35.6 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Crystal Falls

36.4 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Lower Falls

40.4 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.5 miles 100 ft

Hilliard Falls

40.8 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Basin Falls

41.3 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Ozone Falls

25.8 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Bemis Camp Falls

33.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Stewart Falls

33.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Santeetlah Bluff Falls

33.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Abrams Falls

47.3 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

5.0 miles 675 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Niota

Are there free waterfalls near Niota?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Niota, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Niota?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Niota, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Niota?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Niota, including Bald River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Niota?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Niota, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Niota?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Niota, including Lower Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Niota?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Niota?

The tallest waterfall near Niota is Fall Creek Falls at 256 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Niota require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Niota?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Niota have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Niota?

The closest waterfall to Niota is Bullet Creek Falls, approximately 15.4 miles away.

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