Waterfall Hikes Near Rockford, TN

849 residents
New_York Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rockford? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rockford. 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 35.8328°N, -83.9358°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rockford

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 35 gauged

35 waterfalls near Rockford 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 Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Leatherwood Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Santeetlah Bluff Falls Barely Flowing Sassafras Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Stewart Falls Barely Flowing Berties Falls Barely Flowing Burningtown Falls Barely Flowing Flat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Ramsey Cascades Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Jacks Rock Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Queens Falls Barely Flowing Little Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mingo Falls Barely Flowing Lower Piney Falls Low Upper Piney Falls Low Mouse Creek Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Low Stinging Fork Falls Low Soco Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 78°F

Fri 78°F Sunny Best
Sat 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 91°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rockford (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.

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

43 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

29.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rockford (20 waterfalls)

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

Santeetlah Bluff Falls

28.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bemis Camp Falls

28.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Rockford

Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

Tennessee
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

43 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

29.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Stewart Falls waterfall

Stewart Falls

24.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Santeetlah Bluff Falls

28.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bemis Camp Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

25.5 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
5.4 miles 800 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

25.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

44.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sassafras Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

45 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

32.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

38.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ramsey Cascades waterfall

Ramsey Cascades

23.6 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2,200 ft

Flatrock Falls

18 miles away
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
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

33.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

45.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mouse Creek Falls waterfall

Mouse Creek Falls

15.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rockford

Are there free waterfalls near Rockford?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Rockford, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rockford?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Rockford, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rockford?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rockford, including Bald River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rockford?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Rockford?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Rockford, including Lower Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rockford?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Rockford?

The tallest waterfall near Rockford is Flat Creek Falls at 200 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rockford?

Yes, 32 waterfalls near Rockford have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rockford?

The closest waterfall to Rockford is Abrams Falls, approximately 13.3 miles away.

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