Waterfall Hikes Near Smyrna, TN

53,760 residents
Chicago Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Smyrna? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Smyrna. 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 35.9687°N, -86.5264°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Smyrna

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

1 of 16 waterfalls near Smyrna is flowing strongly today

Baker Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Bluehole Falls Barely Flowing Bosworth Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Copperas Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Machine Falls Barely Flowing Ovoca Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rutledge Falls Barely Flowing Burgess Falls Barely Flowing Cul-car-mac Falls Moderate Great Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 88°F

Tod 91°F Sunny
Thu 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Jun 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 88°F Sunny Best
Sun 89°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Smyrna

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Jackson Falls Strong · 1300 cfs 75th percentile
  2. 2 Great Falls Moderate · 485 cfs 61st percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 485 cfs 61st percentile
  4. 4 Cul-car-mac Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 38th percentile
  5. 5 Baker Falls Barely Flowing · 50 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Big Falls Barely Flowing · 50 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Smyrna (1 waterfall)

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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Smyrna (9 waterfalls)

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

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

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

Baker Falls

3.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Smyrna

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

47 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Cul-car-mac Falls

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

Cascade Falls

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

Baker Falls

3.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bosworth Falls

42.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

2.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

42.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ovoca Falls

1.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

41 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bluehole Falls waterfall

Bluehole Falls

40.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

40.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Machine Falls waterfall

Machine Falls

40.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Burgess Falls waterfall

Burgess Falls

12.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

2.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

47.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
0.4 miles 200 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

13 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Smyrna

Are there free waterfalls near Smyrna?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Smyrna, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Smyrna?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Smyrna, including Ovoca Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Smyrna?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Smyrna, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Smyrna?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Smyrna, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Smyrna?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Smyrna, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Smyrna?

The shortest waterfall hike near Smyrna is Baker Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Smyrna?

The tallest waterfall near Smyrna is Burgess Falls at 136 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Smyrna?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Smyrna have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Smyrna?

The closest waterfall to Smyrna is Rainbow Falls, approximately 31.8 miles away.

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