Waterfall Hikes Near Decatur, GA

24,421 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Decatur? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Decatur. 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 33.7711°N, -84.2963°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Decatur

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

7 waterfalls near Decatur have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Low Cochrans Falls Low Black Falls Barely Flowing Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hightower Falls Barely Flowing Noontootla Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 94°F

Aft 94°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 97°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 96°F Sunny
Lab 87°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Decatur

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 Noontootla Falls Barely Flowing · 205 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Black Falls Barely Flowing · 82 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 82 cfs 0th percentile

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

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

Padgett Falls

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

Amicalola Falls

31.6 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

35.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

41.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Decatur

Padgett Falls

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

Amicalola Falls

31.6 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
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

46.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Noontootla Falls

35.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Clay Creek Falls

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

Black Falls

42.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Decatur

Are there free waterfalls near Decatur?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Decatur, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Decatur?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Decatur, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Decatur?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Decatur, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Decatur?

The shortest waterfall hike near Decatur is Amicalola Falls at 2.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Decatur?

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

Do any waterfalls near Decatur require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Decatur?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Decatur have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Decatur?

The closest waterfall to Decatur is Padgett Falls, approximately 40.5 miles away.

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