Waterfall Hikes Near Viola, TN

105 residents
Chicago Time Zone
45 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Viola? There are 45 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Viola. 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 35.5387°N, -85.8604°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Viola

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

41 of 45 gauged

9 of 41 waterfalls near Viola are flowing strongly today

Baker Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Bluehole Falls Barely Flowing Bosworth Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Copperas Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Machine Falls Barely Flowing Ovoca Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rutledge Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Deer Lick Falls Moderate Jumpoff Falls Moderate Monteagle Falls Moderate Burgess Falls Strong Cane Creek Falls Moderate Fall Creek Falls Moderate Hemlock Falls Moderate Piney Creek Falls Moderate Virgin Falls Moderate Cul-car-mac Falls Moderate Cummins Falls Strong Dry Creek Falls Strong Falling Water Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Freudenberg Falls Barely Flowing Rockstack Falls Barely Flowing Slider Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Moderate Great Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong High Falls Roaring Hilliard Falls Moderate Pilot Falls Moderate Stinging Fork Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Roaring Middle Creek Falls Roaring Three Creeks Falls Roaring Little Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Patchy Fog · 88°F

Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 88°F Patchy Fog Best
Sun 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Viola

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 High Falls Roaring · 16 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Great Falls Roaring · 251 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 251 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Laurel Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 90th percentile
  5. 5 Middle Creek Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 90th percentile
  6. 6 Three Creeks Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 90th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Viola (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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

21.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Viola (23 waterfalls)

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

Bluehole Falls waterfall

Bluehole Falls

10.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

10.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

All 45 Waterfalls Near Viola

Bluehole Falls waterfall

Bluehole Falls

10.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

10.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

30.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

28.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bosworth Falls

28.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

21.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Deer Lick Falls

6.3 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Baker Falls waterfall

Baker Falls

27.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Monteagle Falls

7.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

31.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

37.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

8.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Machine Falls waterfall

Machine Falls

3.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

Jumpoff Falls

28.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Ovoca Falls

17.8 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Copperas Falls

19.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

19.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

49.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Cul-car-mac Falls

36.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

32.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Viola

Are there free waterfalls near Viola?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Viola, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Viola?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Viola, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Viola?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Viola, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Viola?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Viola, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Viola?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Viola, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Viola?

The shortest waterfall hike near Viola is Baker Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Viola?

The tallest waterfall near Viola is Fall Creek Falls at 256 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Viola require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Viola require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Viola?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Viola have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Viola?

The closest waterfall to Viola is Bluehole Falls, approximately 12.9 miles away.

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