Waterfall Hikes Near Tazewell, TN

2,207 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Nine falls make the cut around Tazewell, most of them hanging at the southern edge of the radius in the Smokies. Laurel Falls is the easiest of those, 2.6 miles round trip with 314 feet of climb to an 80 foot drop. Closer to Cumberland Gap country, Amos Falls takes about a mile of walking and welcomes dogs. Double Falls is the commitment, 8.6 miles with 1,200 feet of gain, dogs allowed there too.

Located at 36.4625°N, -83.5669°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Tazewell

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 71°F

Aft 72°F Sunny
Fri 72°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sat 71°F Sunny Best
Sun 70°F Sunny
Mon 72°F Sunny
Tue 73°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 72°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Tazewell

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of Buffalo Barely Flowing · 34 cfs 2nd percentile
  2. 2 Amos Falls Barely Flowing · 239 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Double Falls Barely Flowing · 10 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Grotto Falls Barely Flowing · 20 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Laurel Falls Barely Flowing · 20 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing · 20 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Tazewell (2 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.

39.5 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Tazewell (3 waterfalls)

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

46.5 miles away
Tennessee
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

All 9 Waterfalls Near Tazewell

39.5 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
43.4 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
5.4 miles 800 ft
43.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft
44.2 miles away
Kentucky
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
46.1 miles away
Tennessee
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
46.5 miles away
Tennessee
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
46.9 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft
47.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
48.1 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2,200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Tazewell

Are there free waterfalls near Tazewell?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Tazewell, including Amos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Tazewell?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Tazewell, including Amos Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Tazewell?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Tazewell, including Amos Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Tazewell?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Tazewell, including Amos Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Tazewell?

The shortest waterfall hike near Tazewell is Amos Falls at 1.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Tazewell?

The tallest waterfall near Tazewell is Ramsey Cascades at 100 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Tazewell?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Tazewell have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Tazewell?

The closest waterfall to Tazewell is Laurel Falls, approximately 39.5 miles away.

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