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

4 of 36 waterfalls near Sparta are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 89°F

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Flowing best right now near Sparta

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 Deer Lick Falls Roaring · 45 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Burgess Falls Strong · 54 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 Hemlock Falls Moderate · 49 cfs 69th percentile
  6. 6 Piney Creek Falls Moderate · 49 cfs 69th percentile

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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

29.1 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

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

Virgin Falls

Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Sparta

Lower Piney Falls waterfall

Lower Piney Falls

21.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Morphy Falls

32.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Double Drop Falls

11.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Snow Falls waterfall

Snow Falls

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

Laurel Falls

37.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Jacks Rock Falls waterfall

Jacks Rock Falls

16.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Rockstack Falls

43.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Freudenberg Falls

43.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Flatrock Falls

0.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Slider Falls waterfall

Slider Falls

0.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

43.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

18.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

Magendanz Falls

22.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Deer Lick Falls

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

Northrup Falls

22.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
1.3 miles 200 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

15.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Monteagle Falls

15.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bluehole Falls waterfall

Bluehole Falls

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

Little Falls

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

Big Falls

46.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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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