Waterfall Hikes Near Philadelphia, TN

916 residents
New_York Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Philadelphia? There are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Philadelphia. 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 35.6791°N, -84.3999°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Philadelphia

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 38 gauged

34 waterfalls near Philadelphia have live flow data today

Abrams 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 Low Big Falls Low Middle Falls Low Santeetlah Bluff Falls Low Sassafras Falls Low Upper Falls Low Stewart Falls Low Benton Falls Barely Flowing Cane Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Piney Creek Falls Barely Flowing Virgin Falls Barely Flowing Double Drop Falls Barely Flowing Jacks Rock Falls Barely Flowing Double Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Moderate Lower Piney Falls Low Upper Piney Falls Low

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 87°F Mostly Cloudy
Sun 90°F Sunny Best
Mon 90°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 90°F Partly Sunny
Wed 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Philadelphia (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.

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

33.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

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

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

Lower Piney Falls waterfall

Lower Piney Falls

40.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Upper Piney Falls waterfall

Upper Piney Falls

40 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near Philadelphia

Bullet Creek Falls waterfall

Bullet Creek Falls

Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Lower Piney Falls waterfall

Lower Piney Falls

40.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Upper Piney Falls waterfall

Upper Piney Falls

40 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

33.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

Flatrock Falls

18 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ray Falls waterfall

Ray Falls

36.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stinging Fork Falls waterfall

Stinging Fork Falls

43.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

Tennessee
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bald River Falls waterfall

Bald River Falls

22 miles away
Tennessee
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

30.5 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

43 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

Hilliard Falls

6.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

24.5 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

Bemis Camp Falls

28.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Stewart Falls waterfall

Stewart Falls

44.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Falls waterfall

Snow Falls

0.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Santeetlah Bluff Falls

28.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jacks Rock Falls waterfall

Jacks Rock Falls

15.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

29.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Philadelphia

Are there free waterfalls near Philadelphia?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Philadelphia, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Philadelphia?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Philadelphia, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Philadelphia?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Philadelphia, including Bald River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Philadelphia?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Philadelphia?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Philadelphia?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Philadelphia?

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

Do any waterfalls near Philadelphia require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Philadelphia?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Philadelphia have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Philadelphia?

The closest waterfall to Philadelphia is Bullet Creek Falls, approximately 20.4 miles away.

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