Waterfall Hikes Near Royston, GA

2,305 residents
New York Time Zone
41 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Royston? There are 41 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Royston. 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 34.2861°N, -83.1106°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Royston

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

41 of 41 gauged

20 of 41 waterfalls near Royston are flowing strongly today

Anna Ruby Falls Moderate Dukes Creek Falls Moderate Betsy Falls Strong Fairfield Falls Strong High Falls Strong Maidenhair Falls Strong Onion Cliff Falls Strong Onion Falls Strong Slatten Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Thurston Hatcher Falls Strong Big Bend Falls Strong Kings Creek Falls Strong Spoonauger Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cullasaja Falls Moderate Dry Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Highlands Falls Moderate Satulah Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Toccoa Falls Moderate Clearwater Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Reedy Cove Falls Moderate Dismal Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Schoolhouse Falls Strong Windy Falls Strong Whitewater Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Toxaway Falls Strong Estatoah Falls Moderate Wilson Falls Moderate Timpson Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Moderate Isaqueena Falls Moderate Sids Falls Moderate High Falls Strong Stekoa Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Wed 85°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Sun 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Royston

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Spoonauger Falls Strong · 71 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Big Bend Falls Strong · 71 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Kings Creek Falls Strong · 71 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Toxaway Falls Strong · 193 cfs 85th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Falls Strong · 193 cfs 85th percentile
  6. 6 Dismal Falls Strong · 193 cfs 85th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Royston (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.

Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

27.4 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Royston (26 waterfalls)

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

Isaqueena Falls waterfall

Isaqueena Falls

44.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

39.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Sids Falls waterfall

Sids Falls

24.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Bend Falls waterfall

Big Bend Falls

15.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft
Kings Creek Falls waterfall CC

Kings Creek Falls

47.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 41 Waterfalls Near Royston

Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

27.4 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.4 miles 200 ft
Isaqueena Falls waterfall

Isaqueena Falls

44.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

39.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Sids Falls waterfall

Sids Falls

24.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Bend Falls waterfall

Big Bend Falls

15.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft
Kings Creek Falls waterfall CC

Kings Creek Falls

47.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

10.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spoonauger Falls waterfall

Spoonauger Falls

9.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

27.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft
Stekoa Falls waterfall CC

Stekoa Falls

29.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Satulah Falls waterfall

Satulah Falls

2.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

47.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

23.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft

Clearwater Falls

14.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Highlands Falls waterfall

Highlands Falls

45.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

4.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

2.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dry Falls waterfall

Dry Falls

36.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Estatoah Falls waterfall

Estatoah Falls

44.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Royston

Are there free waterfalls near Royston?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Royston, including Big Bend Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Royston?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Royston, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Royston?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Royston, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Royston?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near Royston, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Royston?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Royston, including Schoolhouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Royston?

The shortest waterfall hike near Royston is Anna Ruby Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Royston?

The tallest waterfall near Royston is Whitewater Falls at 411 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Royston?

Yes, 41 waterfalls near Royston have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Royston?

The closest waterfall to Royston is Toccoa Falls, approximately 25.7 miles away.

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