Waterfall Hikes Near Stone Mountain, GA

6,638 residents
New York Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Stone Mountain? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Stone Mountain. These trails range from hard to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 33.8035°N, -84.1723°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Stone Mountain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

4 of 8 waterfalls near Stone Mountain are flowing strongly today

Amicalola Falls Strong Cochrans Falls Strong Black Falls Moderate Clay Creek Falls Moderate High Falls Strong Noontootla Falls Strong Padgett Falls Moderate

Updated 30 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

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Flowing best right now near Stone Mountain

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

  1. 1 Amicalola Falls Strong · 117 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Cochrans Falls Strong · 117 cfs 83rd percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Strong · 532 cfs 81st percentile
  4. 4 Noontootla Falls Strong · 532 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 Padgett Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 55th percentile
  6. 6 Black Falls Moderate · 156 cfs 50th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Stone Mountain (6 waterfalls)

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

Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

38 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

43.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft

Clay Creek Falls

44.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Noontootla Falls

3.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Padgett Falls

29.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Stone Mountain

Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

38 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

43.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft

Clay Creek Falls

44.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

44.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Noontootla Falls

3.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Padgett Falls

29.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

32.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

46.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Stone Mountain

Are there free waterfalls near Stone Mountain?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Stone Mountain, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Stone Mountain?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Stone Mountain, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Stone Mountain?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Stone Mountain, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Stone Mountain?

The shortest waterfall hike near Stone Mountain is Amicalola Falls at 2.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Stone Mountain?

The tallest waterfall near Stone Mountain is Amicalola Falls at 729 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Stone Mountain require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Stone Mountain?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Stone Mountain have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Stone Mountain?

The closest waterfall to Stone Mountain is Cochrans Falls, approximately 39.7 miles away.

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