Waterfall Hikes Near Unicoi, TN

3,802 residents
New York Time Zone
40 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Unicoi? There are 40 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Unicoi. 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 36.2217°N, -82.3292°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Unicoi

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

38 of 40 gauged

7 of 38 waterfalls near Unicoi are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Moderate Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Betseys Rock Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Long Hope Falls Moderate Big Falls Low Tank Hollow Falls Low 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 Bradley Falls Strong Camp Minnehaha Falls Strong Hickorynut Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Toms Falls Strong The Cascades Strong Buckeye Falls Barely Flowing Spivey Falls Barely Flowing Coon Den Falls Moderate Jones Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Strong Monkey Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate

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Best Day to Hike

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Flowing best right now near Unicoi

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

  1. 1 The Cascades Strong · 75 cfs 76th percentile
  2. 2 Toms Falls Strong · 75 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Hickorynut Falls Strong · 75 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Bradley Falls Strong · 75 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Camp Minnehaha Falls Strong · 75 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Linville Falls Strong · 258 cfs 76th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Unicoi (3 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 Unicoi (30 waterfalls)

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

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
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

13.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

1.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 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

All 40 Waterfalls Near Unicoi

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
Spivey Falls waterfall

Spivey Falls

13.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twisting Falls waterfall

Twisting Falls

1.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 400 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

Buckeye Falls

9.3 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft

Watauga Falls

44.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Creek Falls waterfall

Laurel Creek Falls

5.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dutch Creek Falls waterfall

Dutch Creek Falls

44.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

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

Abrams Falls

35.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 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

Douglas Falk

12.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

23.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Unicoi

Are there free waterfalls near Unicoi?

There are 29 free waterfalls near Unicoi, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Unicoi?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Unicoi, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Unicoi?

There are 30 dog-friendly waterfalls near Unicoi, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Unicoi?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Unicoi, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Unicoi?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Unicoi, including Laurel Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Unicoi?

The shortest waterfall hike near Unicoi is Abrams Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Unicoi?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Unicoi?

Yes, 40 waterfalls near Unicoi have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Unicoi?

The closest waterfall to Unicoi is Coon Den Falls, approximately 10.5 miles away.

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