Waterfall Hikes Near Whitwell, TN

1,652 residents
Chicago Time Zone
48 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Whitwell? There are 48 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Whitwell. 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 35.1918°N, -85.5212°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Whitwell

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

44 of 48 gauged

6 of 44 waterfalls near Whitwell are flowing strongly today

Baker Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Bluehole Falls Moderate Bosworth Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Copperas Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Machine Falls Moderate Ovoca Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rutledge Falls Moderate Benton Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Strong Cascade Falls Strong Deer Lick Falls Strong Jumpoff Falls Strong Monteagle Falls Strong 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 De Soto Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate 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 Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Hilliard Falls Moderate Pilot Falls Moderate Keown Falls Low Laurel Falls Moderate Middle Creek Falls Moderate Three Creeks Falls Moderate Little Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Moderate Lula Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

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Flowing best right now near Whitwell

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Monteagle Falls Strong · 42 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Bridal Veil Falls Strong · 42 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Jumpoff Falls Strong · 42 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Cascade Falls Strong · 42 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Deer Lick Falls Strong · 42 cfs 89th percentile
  6. 6 Burgess Falls Strong · 190 cfs 76th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Whitwell (9 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 Whitwell (26 waterfalls)

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

Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

32.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

All 48 Waterfalls Near Whitwell

Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

32.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

Rockstack Falls

39.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Three Creeks Falls waterfall

Three Creeks Falls

31.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Middle Creek Falls waterfall

Middle Creek Falls

40 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Freudenberg Falls

40.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Flatrock Falls

40.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Slider Falls waterfall

Slider Falls

40.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falling Water Falls waterfall

Falling Water Falls

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

Laurel Falls

47.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

8.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Monteagle Falls

7.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Deer Lick Falls

6.3 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

Jumpoff Falls

28.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

21.1 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

40.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 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
Piney Creek Falls waterfall

Piney Creek Falls

28.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

30.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Cane Creek Falls waterfall

Cane Creek Falls

30.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Whitwell

Are there free waterfalls near Whitwell?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Whitwell?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Whitwell, including Benton Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Whitwell?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Whitwell, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Whitwell?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near Whitwell, including Benton Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Whitwell?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Whitwell?

The shortest waterfall hike near Whitwell is Baker Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Whitwell?

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

Do any waterfalls near Whitwell require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Whitwell?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Whitwell have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Whitwell?

The closest waterfall to Whitwell is Foster Falls, approximately 7 miles away.

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