Waterfall Hikes Near Oak Ridge, TN

31,535 residents
New York Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oak Ridge? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oak Ridge. 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 35.9639°N, -84.2938°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oak Ridge

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 35 gauged

35 waterfalls near Oak Ridge have live flow data today

Abrams Falls Barely Flowing Amos Falls Barely Flowing Cumberland Falls Barely Flowing Dog Slaughter Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Bald River Falls Barely Flowing Bullet Creek Falls Barely Flowing Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Ozone Falls Barely Flowing Bemis Camp Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Santeetlah Bluff Falls Barely Flowing Sassafras Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Stewart Falls Barely Flowing Double Drop Falls Low Jacks Rock Falls Low Double Falls Low Magendanz Falls Low Northrup Falls Low Grotto Falls Low Laurel Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Moderate Lower Piney Falls Barely Flowing Upper Piney Falls Barely Flowing Virgin Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

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Sat 89°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 87°F Sunny
Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Flowing best right now near Oak Ridge

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 The Falls Moderate · 266 cfs 48th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Falls Moderate · 215 cfs 41st percentile
  3. 3 Laurel Falls Low · 109 cfs 22nd percentile
  4. 4 Rainbow Falls Low · 109 cfs 22nd percentile
  5. 5 Grotto Falls Low · 109 cfs 22nd percentile
  6. 6 Jacks Rock Falls Low · 40 cfs 21st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oak Ridge (9 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.

Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

12.8 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

8.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Oak Ridge

Amos Falls waterfall

Amos Falls

45.7 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

6.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Northrup Falls waterfall

Northrup Falls

37.3 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
1.3 miles 200 ft
Dog Slaughter Falls waterfall

Dog Slaughter Falls

41.8 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft

Magendanz Falls

1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cumberland Falls waterfall

Cumberland Falls

41.4 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

41.2 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft

Hilliard Falls

8.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

9.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sassafras Falls

10.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

10.8 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
5.4 miles 800 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

1.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft
Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

17.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oak Ridge

Are there free waterfalls near Oak Ridge?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Oak Ridge, including Amos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oak Ridge?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Oak Ridge, including Amos Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oak Ridge?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oak Ridge, including Amos Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oak Ridge?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oak Ridge, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Oak Ridge?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oak Ridge?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Oak Ridge?

The tallest waterfall near Oak Ridge is Virgin Falls at 110 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Oak Ridge require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oak Ridge?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Oak Ridge have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oak Ridge?

The closest waterfall to Oak Ridge is Flatrock Falls, approximately 13.2 miles away.

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