Waterfall Hikes Near South Cleveland, TN

7,188 residents

New_York Time Zone

44 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Cleveland? There are 44 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South Cleveland. 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 35.1096°N, -84.9097°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South Cleveland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

40 of 44 gauged

40 waterfalls near South Cleveland have live flow data today

Bald River Falls Barely Flowing Bullet Creek Falls Barely Flowing Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Ozone Falls Barely Flowing Bemis Camp Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Santeetlah Bluff Falls Barely Flowing Sassafras Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Stewart Falls Barely Flowing Benton Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Deer Lick Falls Barely Flowing Jumpoff Falls Barely Flowing Monteagle Falls Barely Flowing Cane Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Piney Creek 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 High Falls Barely Flowing Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Middle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Three Creeks Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Lower Piney Falls Barely Flowing Upper Piney Falls Barely Flowing Lula Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Partly Sunny · 88°F

Sun 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 87°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 88°F Partly Sunny Best

Wed 87°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Thu 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Fri 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Sat 82°F Rain Showers Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near South Cleveland (11 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.

Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

26.7 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

3.0 miles 200 ft

Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

33.8 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

0.3 miles 100 ft

All 44 Waterfalls Near South Cleveland

Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

6 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.0 miles 200 ft

Bemis Camp Falls

28.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Santeetlah Bluff Falls

28.8 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Stewart Falls waterfall

Stewart Falls

24.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South Cleveland

Are there free waterfalls near South Cleveland?

There are 21 free waterfalls near South Cleveland, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South Cleveland?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near South Cleveland, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Cleveland?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near South Cleveland, including Bald River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Cleveland?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near South Cleveland, including Bald River Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near South Cleveland?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near South Cleveland, including Foster Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South Cleveland?

The shortest waterfall hike near South Cleveland is Bald River Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near South Cleveland?

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

Do any waterfalls near South Cleveland require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South Cleveland?

Yes, 26 waterfalls near South Cleveland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South Cleveland?

The closest waterfall to South Cleveland is Benton Falls, approximately 14.8 miles away.

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