Waterfall Hikes Near Sewanee, TN

2,922 residents
Chicago Time Zone
40 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sewanee? There are 40 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sewanee. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.1975°N, -85.9213°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sewanee

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 40 gauged

8 of 39 waterfalls near Sewanee are flowing strongly today

Baker Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Bluehole Falls Moderate Bosworth Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Copperas Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Machine Falls Moderate Ovoca Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rutledge Falls Moderate Boone Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Deer Lick Falls Roaring Jumpoff Falls Roaring Monteagle Falls Roaring Cane Creek Falls Moderate Fall Creek Falls Moderate Piney Creek Falls Moderate Cul-car-mac Falls Low De Soto Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Falling Water Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Strong Laurel Falls Low Middle Creek Falls Low Three Creeks Falls Low Little Falls Roaring Lula Falls Strong Piney Branch Falls Barely Flowing

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Best Day to Hike

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Flowing best right now near Sewanee

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Monteagle Falls Roaring · 45 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Bridal Veil Falls Roaring · 45 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Cascade Falls Roaring · 45 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Deer Lick Falls Roaring · 45 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Jumpoff Falls Roaring · 45 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Little Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 94th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sewanee (5 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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

12 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Deer Lick Falls

17.3 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

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

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

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

15.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

18.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Sewanee

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

12 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Jumpoff Falls

13.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Monteagle Falls

15.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

15.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Deer Lick Falls

17.3 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

18.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

12.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Machine Falls waterfall

Machine Falls

48.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

48.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Bluehole Falls waterfall

Bluehole Falls

48.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

46.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Ovoca Falls

14.9 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

45 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

16.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bosworth Falls

45 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Baker Falls waterfall

Baker Falls

44.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

16.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rockstack Falls

43.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Three Creeks Falls waterfall

Three Creeks Falls

25.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Middle Creek Falls waterfall

Middle Creek Falls

25.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sewanee

Are there free waterfalls near Sewanee?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Sewanee, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sewanee?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Sewanee, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sewanee?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sewanee, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sewanee?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sewanee, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sewanee?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Sewanee, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sewanee?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sewanee is Baker Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sewanee?

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

Do any waterfalls near Sewanee require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sewanee?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Sewanee have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sewanee?

The closest waterfall to Sewanee is Cascade Falls, approximately 3.7 miles away.

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