Waterfall Hikes Near Townsend, TN

583 residents

New York Time Zone

35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Townsend? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Townsend. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.6763°N, -83.7529°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Townsend

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 35 gauged

15 of 35 waterfalls near Townsend are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Roaring Bald River Falls Moderate Bullet Creek Falls Moderate Bemis Camp Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Leatherwood Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate Santeetlah Bluff Falls Moderate Sassafras Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Stewart Falls Moderate Berties Falls Moderate Betsy Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate Burningtown Falls Moderate Cullasaja Falls Moderate Flat Creek Falls Roaring Grotto Falls Roaring Laurel Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Ramsey Cascades Roaring Wilson Falls Roaring Haynes Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Roaring Lower Falls Roaring Queens Falls Roaring Little Creek Falls Roaring Mingo Falls Roaring Mouse Creek Falls Strong Woodfin Falls Strong Timpson Falls Moderate Soco Falls Strong

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 86°F

Aft 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best

Mon 92°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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Thu 97°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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Ind 96°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Townsend (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.

Laurel Falls

37.7 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.6 miles 314 ft

Lower Falls

13.4 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Townsend (17 waterfalls)

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

Grotto Falls

43.9 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.6 miles 585 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Townsend

Laurel Falls

37.7 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

2.6 miles 314 ft

Abrams Falls

17 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

5.0 miles 675 ft

Rainbow Falls

43.9 miles away

Tennessee

Hard

5.4 miles 800 ft

Grotto Falls

43.9 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.6 miles 585 ft

Wilson Falls

26.8 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Falls

13.4 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.5 miles 100 ft

Ramsey Cascades

48.6 miles away

Tennessee

Hard

8.0 miles 2,200 ft

Queens Falls

46.3 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

Kennedy Falls

47.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Creek Falls

45.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Stewart Falls

9 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Santeetlah Bluff Falls

8.9 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bemis Camp Falls

9.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Mingo Falls

29.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

0.4 miles 160 ft

Mouse Creek Falls

25.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.2 miles 600 ft

Big Falls

9.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sassafras Falls

9.9 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Middle Falls

10.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.5 miles 400 ft

Upper Falls

10.2 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.5 miles 100 ft

Flat Creek Falls

32.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.5 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Townsend

Are there free waterfalls near Townsend?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Townsend, including Bald River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Townsend?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Townsend, including Bald River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Townsend?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Townsend, including Bald River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Townsend?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Townsend, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Townsend?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Townsend, including Lower Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Townsend?

The shortest waterfall hike near Townsend is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Townsend?

The tallest waterfall near Townsend is Cullasaja Falls at 250 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Townsend?

Yes, 35 waterfalls near Townsend have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Townsend?

The closest waterfall to Townsend is Laurel Falls, approximately 6.8 miles away.

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