Waterfall Hikes Near Tusculum, TN

3,261 residents
New York Time Zone
39 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Tusculum? There are 39 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Tusculum. 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 36.1750°N, -82.7454°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Tusculum

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

38 of 39 gauged

9 of 38 waterfalls near Tusculum are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Strong Big Falls Moderate Dutch Creek Falls Moderate Laurel Creek Falls Moderate Watauga Falls Moderate Blue Sea Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Falls of Gouges Creek Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Mitchell Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Roaring Spout Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Buckeye Falls Roaring Spivey Falls Roaring Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Moderate Walker Falls Moderate Flat Creek Falls Moderate Glencannon Falls Strong High Falls Strong Laughing Falls Strong Looking Glass Falls Strong Maidenhair Falls Strong Slick Rock Falls Strong Linville Falls Low Monkey Falls Barely Flowing Mouse Creek Falls Moderate Ramsey Cascades Low Reems Creek Falls Low Second Falls Moderate Yellowstone Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

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Flowing best right now near Tusculum

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Spivey Falls Roaring · 576 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Buckeye Falls Roaring · 576 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Laurel Falls Strong · 1850 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 Jones Falls Strong · 1850 cfs 83rd percentile
  5. 5 Coon Den Falls Strong · 1850 cfs 83rd percentile
  6. 6 Slick Rock Falls Strong · 64 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Tusculum (5 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Tusculum (27 waterfalls)

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

Buckeye Falls

9.3 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

13.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Reems Creek Falls waterfall

Reems Creek Falls

49.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Coon Den Falls

9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

18.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

All 39 Waterfalls Near Tusculum

Buckeye Falls

9.3 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

13.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Reems Creek Falls waterfall

Reems Creek Falls

49.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Monkey Falls waterfall

Monkey Falls

20.1 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Coon Den Falls

9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

18.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Jones Falls waterfall

Jones Falls

0.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

33.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

1.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Douglas Falk

12.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mouse Creek Falls waterfall

Mouse Creek Falls

28.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

20.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

26.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

19.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

12.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

8.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

44.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Murphy Falls

9.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

24.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Tusculum

Are there free waterfalls near Tusculum?

There are 28 free waterfalls near Tusculum, including Big Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Tusculum?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Tusculum, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Tusculum?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Tusculum, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Tusculum?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Tusculum, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Tusculum?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Tusculum, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Tusculum?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Tusculum?

The tallest waterfall near Tusculum is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Tusculum?

Yes, 39 waterfalls near Tusculum have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Tusculum?

The closest waterfall to Tusculum is Buckeye Falls, approximately 11.5 miles away.

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