Waterfall Hikes Near Ranger, GA

57 residents
New_York Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ranger? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ranger. 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 34.5013°N, -84.7111°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ranger

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

20 waterfalls near Ranger have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Benton Falls Barely Flowing Black Falls Barely Flowing Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing De Soto Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing DeSoto Falls Barely Flowing Helton Creek Falls Barely Flowing High Water Falls Barely Flowing Nottely Falls Barely Flowing Dukes Creek Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Noontootla Falls Barely Flowing Sea Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hightower Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Barely Flowing Lula Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 72°F Sunny Best
Fri 79°F Sunny
Sat 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Sunny
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ranger (3 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ranger (15 waterfalls)

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

Padgett Falls

30.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

40 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

27.4 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft

Noontootla Falls

36.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

21.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Ranger

Padgett Falls

30.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

40 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

27.4 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft

Noontootla Falls

36.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

21.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

29.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

35.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

26.7 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

41.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sea Creek Falls waterfall

Sea Creek Falls

22.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

43.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

34.6 miles away
Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

40.5 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft
High Water Falls waterfall

High Water Falls

40.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

26.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

38.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

34.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

36.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

20.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ranger

Are there free waterfalls near Ranger?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Ranger, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ranger?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Ranger, including Benton Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ranger?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ranger, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ranger?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ranger, including Amicalola Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ranger?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Ranger, including Little River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ranger?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ranger is Amicalola Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ranger?

The tallest waterfall near Ranger is Amicalola Falls at 729 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Ranger require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ranger?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Ranger have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ranger?

The closest waterfall to Ranger is Padgett Falls, approximately 12.7 miles away.

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