Waterfall Hikes Near Varnell, GA

2,410 residents
New York Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Varnell? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Varnell. 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 34.9015°N, -84.9645°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Varnell

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 35 gauged

12 of 31 waterfalls near Varnell are flowing strongly today

Amicalola Falls Strong Cochrans Falls Strong Benton Falls Moderate Black Falls Moderate Bullet Creek Falls Strong De Soto Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Falling Water Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Moderate Haynes Falls Moderate High Falls Strong Noontootla Falls Strong Sea Creek Falls Strong Hilliard Falls Moderate Ray Falls Moderate Stinging Fork Falls Moderate Jumpoff Falls Moderate Keown Falls Low Laurel Falls Roaring Middle Creek Falls Roaring Three Creeks Falls Roaring Little Falls Barely Flowing Lower Piney Falls Barely Flowing Upper Piney Falls Barely Flowing Lula Falls Moderate Padgett Falls Moderate

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 90°F

Wed 87°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Flowing best right now near Varnell

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Middle Creek Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Little Falls Roaring · 20 cfs 94th percentile
  3. 3 Laurel Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 94th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Roaring · 20 cfs 94th percentile
  5. 5 Three Creeks Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 94th percentile
  6. 6 De Soto Falls Roaring · 20 cfs 94th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Varnell (4 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 waterfall

Laurel Falls

47.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

27.8 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

40.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Varnell (18 waterfalls)

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

Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

40.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

29.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Varnell

Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

40.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

29.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

47.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Benton Falls waterfall

Benton Falls

27.8 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

40.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft
Slider Falls waterfall

Slider Falls

40.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Flatrock Falls

40.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Freudenberg Falls

40.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Creek Falls waterfall

Middle Creek Falls

40 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Three Creeks Falls waterfall

Three Creeks Falls

31.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft

Rockstack Falls

39.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

22.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Snow Falls waterfall

Snow Falls

22.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Morphy Falls

23.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

44.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Hilliard Falls

43.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bullet Creek Falls waterfall

Bullet Creek Falls

47.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Stinging Fork Falls waterfall

Stinging Fork Falls

47.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Varnell

Are there free waterfalls near Varnell?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Varnell, including Cochrans Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Varnell?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Varnell, including Benton Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Varnell?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Varnell, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Varnell?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Varnell, including Amicalola Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Varnell?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Varnell, including Foster Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Varnell?

The shortest waterfall hike near Varnell is Amicalola Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Varnell?

The tallest waterfall near Varnell is Amicalola Falls at 729 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Varnell require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Varnell?

Yes, 23 waterfalls near Varnell have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Varnell?

The closest waterfall to Varnell is Lula Falls, approximately 18.8 miles away.

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