Waterfall Hikes Near Blaine, TN

2,496 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Blaine is a crossroads in the ridge and valley country northeast of Knoxville, and its list leans on the Smokies about an hour south. Grotto Falls lets you walk behind 25 feet of falling water after 2.6 miles and 585 feet of climb. Ramsey Cascades earns its reputation, 100 feet high at the end of eight miles and 2,200 feet of gain. Abrams Falls runs five miles with 675 feet of climbing to a 20 foot drop. Fifteen falls in range.

Located at 36.1478°N, -83.6939°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Blaine

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Blaine have live flow data today

Abrams Falls Barely Flowing Double Drop Falls Barely Flowing Jacks Rock Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Ramsey Cascades Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Queens Falls Moderate Little Creek Falls Low Mingo Falls Low Mouse Creek Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Aft 97°F Sunny
Sat 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Blaine

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Kennedy Falls Moderate · 646 cfs 62nd percentile
  2. 2 Lower Falls Moderate · 646 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Queens Falls Moderate · 646 cfs 62nd percentile
  4. 4 Mouse Creek Falls Low · 135 cfs 18th percentile
  5. 5 Abrams Falls Barely Flowing · 98 cfs 9th percentile
  6. 6 Little Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 212 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Blaine (2 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

36 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Blaine (5 waterfalls)

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

Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

41.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Blaine

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

36 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft

Flatrock Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

41.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
5.4 miles 800 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

41.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft
Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

27.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

15.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ramsey Cascades waterfall

Ramsey Cascades

42.8 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.0 miles 2,200 ft
Mouse Creek Falls waterfall

Mouse Creek Falls

19.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Queens Falls waterfall

Queens Falls

23.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Little Creek Falls waterfall

Little Creek Falls

24.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jacks Rock Falls waterfall

Jacks Rock Falls

32 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

30.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Mingo Falls waterfall

Mingo Falls

15.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft

Double Drop Falls

36.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

23.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Blaine

Are there free waterfalls near Blaine?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Blaine, including Grotto Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Blaine?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Blaine, including Laurel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Blaine?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Blaine, including Grotto Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Blaine?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Blaine, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Blaine?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Blaine, including Lower Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Blaine?

The shortest waterfall hike near Blaine is Abrams Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Blaine?

The tallest waterfall near Blaine is Mingo Falls at 120 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Blaine?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Blaine have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Blaine?

The closest waterfall to Blaine is Laurel Falls, approximately 27.2 miles away.

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