Waterfall Hikes Near Pelham, TN

419 residents
Chicago Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pelham? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pelham. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.3342°N, -85.8703°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pelham

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 43 gauged

39 waterfalls near Pelham have live flow data today

Baker Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Bluehole Falls Barely Flowing Bosworth Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Copperas Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Machine Falls Barely Flowing Ovoca Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rutledge Falls Barely Flowing Boone Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Deer Lick Falls Barely Flowing Jumpoff Falls Barely Flowing Monteagle Falls Barely Flowing Burgess Falls Low Cane Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Piney Creek Falls Barely Flowing Virgin Falls Barely Flowing Cul-car-mac Falls Barely Flowing Falling Water Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Middle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Three Creeks Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Lula Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 86°F

Aft 81°F Partly Sunny
Sun 86°F Sunny Best
Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 85°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 80°F Rain Showers Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pelham (7 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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

19 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Deer Lick Falls

33.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

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

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

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

12.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

18.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Pelham

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

19 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Deer Lick Falls

33.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

Monteagle Falls

13.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

12.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Jumpoff Falls

18.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

18.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

10.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Machine Falls waterfall

Machine Falls

20.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

0.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Bluehole Falls waterfall

Bluehole Falls

9.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

0.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Ovoca Falls waterfall CC

Ovoca Falls

36.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

3.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

11.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bosworth Falls

3.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Baker Falls waterfall

Baker Falls

17.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

22.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

41.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rockstack Falls waterfall

Rockstack Falls

34.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Three Creeks Falls waterfall

Three Creeks Falls

41.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pelham

Are there free waterfalls near Pelham?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Pelham, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pelham?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Pelham, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pelham?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pelham, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pelham?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pelham, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pelham?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Pelham, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pelham?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pelham is Baker Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pelham?

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

Do any waterfalls near Pelham require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Pelham require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pelham?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Pelham have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pelham?

The closest waterfall to Pelham is Cascade Falls, approximately 5.1 miles away.

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