Waterfall Hikes Near Spencer, TN

1,469 residents
Chicago Time Zone
52 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Spencer? There are 52 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Spencer. 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 35.7393°N, -85.4560°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Spencer

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

48 of 52 gauged

22 of 48 waterfalls near Spencer are flowing strongly today

Baker Falls Strong Big Falls Strong Bluehole Falls Strong Bosworth Falls Strong Cascade Falls Strong Copperas Falls Strong Little Falls Strong Machine Falls Strong Ovoca Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Rutledge Falls Strong Basin Falls Low Laurel Falls Low Ozone Falls Low Bridal Veil Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Deer Lick Falls Roaring Jumpoff Falls Roaring Monteagle Falls Roaring Burgess Falls Barely Flowing 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 Low Dry Creek Falls Low Falling Water Falls Moderate Flatrock Falls Moderate Freudenberg Falls Moderate Rockstack Falls Moderate Slider Falls Moderate Foster Falls Roaring Great Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring 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 Strong Upper Piney Falls Strong Lula Falls Strong

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Thu 89°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 91°F Sunny
Sun 92°F Sunny
Mon 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 88°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Spencer

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Foster Falls Roaring · 343 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Great Falls Roaring · 1200 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 1200 cfs 91st percentile
  4. 4 Slider Falls Strong · 31 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Rockstack Falls Strong · 31 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 Freudenberg Falls Strong · 31 cfs 88th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Spencer (9 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 Spencer (25 waterfalls)

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

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
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 52 Waterfalls Near Spencer

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
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
Pilot Falls waterfall

Pilot Falls

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

Burgess Falls

38.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 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

Cul-car-mac Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

41.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Piney Falls waterfall

Upper Piney Falls

0.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Lower Piney Falls waterfall

Lower Piney Falls

20.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Morphy Falls

33.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Falls waterfall

Snow Falls

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

Laurel Falls

45 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Ray Falls waterfall

Ray Falls

3.6 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Spencer

Are there free waterfalls near Spencer?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Spencer, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Spencer?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Spencer, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Spencer?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Spencer, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Spencer?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near Spencer, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Spencer?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Spencer, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Spencer?

The shortest waterfall hike near Spencer is Baker Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Spencer?

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

Do any waterfalls near Spencer require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Spencer require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Spencer?

Yes, 22 waterfalls near Spencer have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Spencer?

The closest waterfall to Spencer is Hemlock Falls, approximately 4.6 miles away.

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