Waterfall Hikes Near Sparta, TN

4,950 residents
Chicago Time Zone
40 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sparta? There are 40 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sparta. 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 35.9347°N, -85.4726°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sparta

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 40 gauged

1 of 36 waterfalls near Sparta is flowing strongly today

Basin Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Ozone Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Bluehole Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Deer Lick Falls Moderate Monteagle Falls Moderate Burgess Falls Roaring Cane Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Piney Creek Falls Barely Flowing Virgin Falls Barely Flowing Cul-car-mac Falls Barely Flowing Cummins Falls Moderate Dry Creek Falls Moderate Double Drop Falls Barely Flowing Jacks Rock 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 Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Lower Piney Falls Barely Flowing Upper Piney Falls Barely Flowing Magendanz Falls Barely Flowing Northrup Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 79°F

Aft 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best
Fri 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mem 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sparta (7 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.

Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

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

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

Burgess Falls waterfall

Burgess Falls

32 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

28.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

33.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Sparta

Burgess Falls waterfall

Burgess Falls

32 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

28.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft
Pilot Falls waterfall

Pilot Falls

7.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

33.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Cul-car-mac Falls

44.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

1.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

26.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Cane Creek Falls waterfall

Cane Creek Falls

26.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dry Creek Falls waterfall

Dry Creek Falls

29 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Cummins Falls waterfall

Cummins Falls

27.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

41.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

30.5 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hilliard Falls

6.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

7.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Stinging Fork Falls waterfall

Stinging Fork Falls

43.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Ray Falls waterfall

Ray Falls

36.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

33.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Upper Piney Falls waterfall

Upper Piney Falls

40 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sparta

Are there free waterfalls near Sparta?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Sparta, including Bluehole Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sparta?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Sparta, including Deer Lick Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sparta?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sparta, including Bluehole Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sparta?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sparta, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sparta?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Sparta, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sparta?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sparta is Basin Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sparta?

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

Do any waterfalls near Sparta require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Sparta require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sparta?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Sparta have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sparta?

The closest waterfall to Sparta is Burgess Falls, approximately 10.7 miles away.

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