Waterfall Hikes Near Pleasant Hill, TN

589 residents
Chicago Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pleasant Hill? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pleasant Hill. 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 35.9767°N, -85.1996°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pleasant Hill

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

32 of 36 gauged

32 waterfalls near Pleasant Hill have live flow data today

Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Ozone 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 Cummins Falls Barely Flowing Dry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Double Drop Falls Barely Flowing Jacks Rock Falls Barely Flowing Double Falls Barely Flowing Magendanz Falls Barely Flowing Northrup Falls Barely Flowing Falling Water Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Lower Piney Falls Barely Flowing Upper Piney Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 86°F

Aft 82°F Partly Sunny
Sun 86°F Sunny Best
Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 85°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pleasant Hill (6 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.

Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

30.5 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pleasant Hill (17 waterfalls)

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

Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

28.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft
Burgess Falls waterfall

Burgess Falls

32 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Pleasant Hill

Pilot Falls waterfall

Pilot Falls

7.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

28.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft
Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Burgess Falls waterfall

Burgess Falls

32 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

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

Basin Falls

Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cane Creek Falls waterfall

Cane Creek Falls

26.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hilliard Falls

6.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

26.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

1.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

7.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Double Drop Falls

18.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Stinging Fork Falls waterfall

Stinging Fork Falls

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

Ray Falls

36.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

33.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

Cul-car-mac Falls

44.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Piney Falls waterfall

Upper Piney Falls

40 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Lower Piney Falls waterfall

Lower Piney Falls

40.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Jacks Rock Falls waterfall

Jacks Rock Falls

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

Great Falls

33.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pleasant Hill

Are there free waterfalls near Pleasant Hill?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Pleasant Hill, including Burgess Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pleasant Hill?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Pleasant Hill, including Falling Water Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pleasant Hill?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pleasant Hill, including Burgess Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pleasant Hill?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pleasant Hill, including Burgess Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pleasant Hill?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Pleasant Hill, including Cummins Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pleasant Hill?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pleasant Hill is Basin Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pleasant Hill?

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

Do any waterfalls near Pleasant Hill require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pleasant Hill?

Yes, 23 waterfalls near Pleasant Hill have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pleasant Hill?

The closest waterfall to Pleasant Hill is Pilot Falls, approximately 4.8 miles away.

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