Waterfall Hikes Near Candler-McAfee, GA

22,707 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Candler-McAfee? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Candler-McAfee. These trails range from hard to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 33.7267°N, -84.2723°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Candler-McAfee

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Candler-McAfee have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Hightower Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 95°F

Aft 95°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 98°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 97°F Sunny
Lab 87°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 94°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Candler-McAfee

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing · 53 cfs 4th percentile
  2. 2 Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing · 53 cfs 4th percentile
  3. 3 Hightower Falls Barely Flowing · 8 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Padgett Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Candler-McAfee (3 waterfalls)

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

Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

31.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft

Padgett Falls

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

Cochrans Falls

44.5 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Candler-McAfee

Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

31.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft

Padgett Falls

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

Cochrans Falls

44.5 miles away
Georgia
Hard
4.2 miles 1,200 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

46.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Candler-McAfee

Are there free waterfalls near Candler-McAfee?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Candler-McAfee, including Cochrans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Candler-McAfee?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Candler-McAfee, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Candler-McAfee?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Candler-McAfee, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Candler-McAfee?

The shortest waterfall hike near Candler-McAfee is Amicalola Falls at 2.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Candler-McAfee?

The tallest waterfall near Candler-McAfee is Amicalola Falls at 729 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Candler-McAfee require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Candler-McAfee?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Candler-McAfee have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Candler-McAfee?

The closest waterfall to Candler-McAfee is Amicalola Falls, approximately 42.3 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Candler-McAfee, Georgia

Taylor Spring

36.9 mi 75°F

Taylor Spring flows at 75°F, 11 degrees above ambient, and requires a short woodland walk in Pike County near Zebulon.

Lifsey Spring

38.0 mi 79°F

Lifsey Spring delivers 79°F water, 15 degrees above ambient, making it one of Georgia's more noticeably warm thermal springs in...

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