Waterfall Hikes Near Sparta, TN

4,950 residents
Chicago Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sparta? There are 43 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

39 of 43 gauged

39 waterfalls near Sparta have live flow data 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 Barely Flowing Cane Creek Falls Moderate Fall Creek Falls Moderate Hemlock Falls Moderate Piney Creek Falls Moderate Virgin Falls Moderate Cul-car-mac Falls Barely Flowing Cummins Falls Barely Flowing Dry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Double Drop Falls Low Jacks Rock Falls Low 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 Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Pilot Falls Barely Flowing Ray Falls Barely Flowing Stinging Fork Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Middle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Three Creeks Falls Barely Flowing Lower Piney Falls Barely Flowing Upper Piney Falls Barely Flowing Magendanz Falls Low Northrup Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Thu 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 87°F Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 88°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Sun 86°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 89°F Sunny
Wed 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Sparta

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Monteagle Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 55th percentile
  2. 2 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 55th percentile
  3. 3 Deer Lick Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 55th percentile
  4. 4 Great Falls Moderate · 434 cfs 50th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 434 cfs 50th percentile
  6. 6 Jacks Rock Falls Low · 40 cfs 21st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sparta (8 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

13 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

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

Virgin Falls

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

Great Falls

28.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Sparta

Burgess Falls waterfall

Burgess Falls

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

Virgin Falls

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

Pilot Falls

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

Great Falls

28.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Cul-car-mac Falls

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

Hemlock Falls

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

Piney Creek Falls

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

Fall Creek Falls

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

Cane Creek Falls

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

Dry Creek Falls

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

Cummins Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

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

Ozone Falls

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

Basin Falls

7.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hilliard Falls

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

Crystal Falls

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

Stinging Fork Falls

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

Ray Falls

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

Laurel Falls

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

Upper Piney Falls

0.2 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 8 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 22 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, 23 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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