Waterfall Hikes Near Waleska, GA

764 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Waleska? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Waleska. 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 34.3172°N, -84.5499°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Waleska

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

7 of 14 waterfalls near Waleska are flowing strongly today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Black Falls Low Clay Creek Falls Low DeSoto Falls Roaring Helton Creek Falls Roaring High Water Falls Roaring Nottely Falls Roaring High Falls Strong Noontootla Falls Strong Sea Creek Falls Strong Hightower Falls Moderate Keown Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Sunny · 95°F

Thu 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 96°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°F Sunny Best
Sun 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Waleska

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 DeSoto Falls Roaring · 79 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Helton Creek Falls Roaring · 79 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 High Water Falls Roaring · 79 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Nottely Falls Roaring · 79 cfs 95th percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Strong · 265 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 Noontootla Falls Strong · 265 cfs 86th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Waleska (1 waterfall)

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 Waleska (10 waterfalls)

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

Padgett Falls

34.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

44.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

44.5 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft

Noontootla Falls

Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

20.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Waleska

Padgett Falls

34.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

44.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

44.5 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft

Noontootla Falls

Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

20.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

42.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

24.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft
Sea Creek Falls waterfall

Sea Creek Falls

40.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

39.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

24.7 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft
High Water Falls waterfall

High Water Falls

25 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

26 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

25.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Waleska

Are there free waterfalls near Waleska?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Waleska, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Waleska?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Waleska, including DeSoto Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Waleska?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Waleska, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Waleska?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Waleska, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Waleska?

The shortest waterfall hike near Waleska is Amicalola Falls at 1.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Waleska?

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

Do any waterfalls near Waleska require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Waleska?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Waleska have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Waleska?

The closest waterfall to Waleska is Padgett Falls, approximately 10.1 miles away.

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