Waterfall Hikes Near Sandy Springs, GA

107,221 residents
New York Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

The Perimeter wraps Sandy Springs, and all eight of its waterfalls sit well north of it. Amicalola Falls is the big trip, Georgia's tallest at 729 feet, up in Dawson County behind a 2.1-mile trail with 600 feet of climb. Cochrans Falls matches the scale at 600 feet and raises the difficulty, 4.2 hard miles gaining 1,200 feet. Clay Creek Falls and Noontootla Falls become half-mile strolls once you are already up there. Dogs are welcome throughout.

Located at 33.9366°N, -84.3703°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sandy Springs

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

8 waterfalls near Sandy Springs have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Black Falls Low Clay Creek Falls Low High Falls Low Noontootla Falls Low Hightower Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 83°F

Aft 81°F Sunny
Sun 81°F Sunny
Mon 83°F Sunny Best
Tue 87°F Sunny
Wed 89°F Sunny
Thu 88°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 86°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Sandy Springs

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Padgett Falls Low · 4 cfs 20th percentile
  2. 2 High Falls Low · 174 cfs 15th percentile
  3. 3 Noontootla Falls Low · 174 cfs 15th percentile
  4. 4 Black Falls Low · 82 cfs 12th percentile
  5. 5 Clay Creek Falls Low · 82 cfs 12th percentile
  6. 6 Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing · 57 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sandy Springs (4 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.

LiDAR terrain view around Padgett Falls in Georgia, about 153 feet of drop LiDAR

Padgett Falls

29.3 miles away
Georgia
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Noontootla Falls in Georgia, about 284 feet of drop LiDAR

Noontootla Falls

44.1 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Clay Creek Falls in Georgia, about 127 feet of drop LiDAR

Clay Creek Falls

44.1 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sandy Springs (6 waterfalls)

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

Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

36.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

38 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Sandy Springs

LiDAR terrain view around Padgett Falls in Georgia, about 153 feet of drop LiDAR

Padgett Falls

29.3 miles away
Georgia
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

32.9 miles away
Georgia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

36.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

38 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Noontootla Falls in Georgia, about 284 feet of drop LiDAR

Noontootla Falls

44.1 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Clay Creek Falls in Georgia, about 127 feet of drop LiDAR

Clay Creek Falls

44.1 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

44.7 miles away
Georgia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

47.7 miles away
Georgia
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sandy Springs

Are there free waterfalls near Sandy Springs?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Sandy Springs, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sandy Springs?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Sandy Springs, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sandy Springs?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sandy Springs, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sandy Springs?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sandy Springs, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sandy Springs?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sandy Springs is Amicalola Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sandy Springs?

The tallest waterfall near Sandy Springs is Amicalola Falls at 729 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Sandy Springs require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sandy Springs?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Sandy Springs have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sandy Springs?

The closest waterfall to Sandy Springs is Padgett Falls, approximately 29.3 miles away.

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