Waterfall Hikes Near Powells Crossroads, TN

1,686 residents
Chicago Time Zone
47 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Powells Crossroads? There are 47 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Powells Crossroads. 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 35.1849°N, -85.4848°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Powells Crossroads

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

43 of 47 gauged

43 waterfalls near Powells Crossroads 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 Benton 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 Cane Creek Falls Moderate Fall Creek Falls Moderate Hemlock Falls Moderate Piney Creek Falls Moderate Virgin Falls Moderate Cul-car-mac Falls Barely Flowing De Soto Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Little 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 Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Middle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Three Creeks Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Barely Flowing Lula Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 95°F

Wed 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Thu 97°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Powells Crossroads

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Virgin Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 47th percentile
  2. 2 Hemlock Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 47th percentile
  3. 3 Cane Creek Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 47th percentile
  4. 4 Piney Creek Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 47th percentile
  5. 5 Fall Creek Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 47th percentile
  6. 6 Benton Falls Barely Flowing · 23 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Powells Crossroads (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.

Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

23.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Powells Crossroads (26 waterfalls)

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

Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

39.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

All 47 Waterfalls Near Powells Crossroads

Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

24.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

31.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Morphy Falls

34.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

7.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Falls waterfall

Snow Falls

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

Laurel Falls

35.8 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

29.3 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft
Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

24.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

18.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Machine Falls waterfall

Machine Falls

39.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

Hilliard Falls

39.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

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

Bluehole Falls

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

Big Falls

45.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Ovoca Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

44.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

47.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bosworth Falls

43.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Powells Crossroads

Are there free waterfalls near Powells Crossroads?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Powells Crossroads, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Powells Crossroads?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Powells Crossroads, including Benton Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Powells Crossroads?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Powells Crossroads, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Powells Crossroads?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Powells Crossroads, including Benton Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Powells Crossroads?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Powells Crossroads, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Powells Crossroads?

The shortest waterfall hike near Powells Crossroads is Baker Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Powells Crossroads?

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

Do any waterfalls near Powells Crossroads require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Powells Crossroads?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Powells Crossroads have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Powells Crossroads?

The closest waterfall to Powells Crossroads is Three Creeks Falls, approximately 7.9 miles away.

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