Waterfall Hikes Near Winder, GA

18,414 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Winder is Barrow County flatland, and its fourteen falls collect in the mountains around Helen and Blairsville. Anna Ruby Falls drops 153 feet at the end of a 0.9-mile walk. Dukes Creek Falls nearby runs 150 feet, two miles round trip with 400 feet of gain. Helton Creek Falls gives the best return, 100 feet of waterfall for 0.3 miles of effort. DeSoto Falls stretches its 120 feet along a 2.2-mile trail. Dogs are welcome at all of these.

Located at 33.9917°N, -83.7218°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Winder

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 waterfalls near Winder have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Anna Ruby Falls Low Dukes Creek Falls Low Black Falls Low Clay Creek Falls Low DeSoto Falls Low Helton Creek Falls Low High Water Falls Low Nottely Falls Low Haynes Falls Barely Flowing Horsetrough Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Toccoa Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 96°F

Sat 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 96°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 98°F Sunny
Tue 97°F Sunny
Wed 96°F Sunny Best
Thu 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Winder

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Toccoa Falls Strong · 39 cfs 81st percentile
  2. 2 DeSoto Falls Low · 159 cfs 20th percentile
  3. 3 Helton Creek Falls Low · 159 cfs 20th percentile
  4. 4 High Water Falls Low · 159 cfs 20th percentile
  5. 5 Nottely Falls Low · 159 cfs 20th percentile
  6. 6 Anna Ruby Falls Low · 102 cfs 16th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Winder (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.

Anna Ruby Falls waterfall

Anna Ruby Falls

30.8 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

18.4 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Winder (8 waterfalls)

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

Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

6.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft

Clay Creek Falls

44.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetrough Falls waterfall

Horsetrough Falls

4.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Winder

Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

6.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
Anna Ruby Falls waterfall

Anna Ruby Falls

30.8 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft

Clay Creek Falls

44.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetrough Falls waterfall

Horsetrough Falls

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

DeSoto Falls

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

High Water Falls

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

Helton Creek Falls

15.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

26.1 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.4 miles 200 ft
Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

17.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

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

Black Falls

44.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Haynes Falls waterfall CC

Haynes Falls

12.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

38.9 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

18.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Winder

Are there free waterfalls near Winder?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Winder, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Winder?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Winder, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Winder?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Winder, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Winder?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Winder, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Winder?

The shortest waterfall hike near Winder is Amicalola Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Winder?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Winder?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Winder have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Winder?

The closest waterfall to Winder is Dukes Creek Falls, approximately 37.6 miles away.

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