Waterfall Hikes Near Rockwood, TN

5,468 residents
New_York Time Zone
32 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rockwood? There are 32 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rockwood. 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 35.8692°N, -84.6731°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rockwood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

28 of 32 gauged

28 waterfalls near Rockwood 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 Benton 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 Double Drop Falls Barely Flowing Jacks Rock Falls Barely Flowing Double Falls Barely Flowing Magendanz Falls Barely Flowing Northrup Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hilliard Falls Moderate Pilot Falls Moderate Ray Falls Moderate Stinging Fork Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Lower Piney Falls Barely Flowing Upper Piney Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 22 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 Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 85°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rockwood (8 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.

Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

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

Laurel Falls

33.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rockwood (18 waterfalls)

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

Upper Piney Falls waterfall

Upper Piney Falls

40 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 32 Waterfalls Near Rockwood

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
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

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

Ray Falls

36.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jacks Rock Falls waterfall

Jacks Rock Falls

15.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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

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

Flatrock Falls

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

Pilot Falls

7.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Hilliard Falls

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

Double Falls

5.5 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.6 miles 1,200 ft
Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

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

Laurel Falls

24.5 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Snow Falls waterfall

Snow Falls

0.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

9.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Northrup Falls waterfall

Northrup Falls

12.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
1.3 miles 200 ft

Morphy Falls

2.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Magendanz Falls

13.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rockwood

Are there free waterfalls near Rockwood?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Rockwood, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rockwood?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Rockwood, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rockwood?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rockwood, including Bald River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rockwood?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rockwood, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Rockwood?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rockwood?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Rockwood?

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

Do any waterfalls near Rockwood require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rockwood?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Rockwood have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rockwood?

The closest waterfall to Rockwood is Ozone Falls, approximately 6.4 miles away.

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