Waterfall Hikes Near Duluth, GA

31,742 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Duluth? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Duluth. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.0053°N, -84.1492°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Duluth

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 waterfalls near Duluth have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Black Falls Barely Flowing Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing DeSoto Falls Barely Flowing Helton Creek Falls Barely Flowing High Water Falls Barely Flowing Nottely Falls Barely Flowing Dukes Creek Falls Low High Falls Barely Flowing Noontootla Falls Barely Flowing Sea Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hightower Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 95°F

Tod 95°F Sunny Best
Sat 96°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 91°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Duluth

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Dukes Creek Falls Low · 55 cfs 14th percentile
  2. 2 DeSoto Falls Barely Flowing · 66 cfs 5th percentile
  3. 3 Helton Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 66 cfs 5th percentile
  4. 4 High Water Falls Barely Flowing · 66 cfs 5th percentile
  5. 5 Nottely Falls Barely Flowing · 66 cfs 5th percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Barely Flowing · 205 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Duluth (1 waterfall)

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 Duluth (10 waterfalls)

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

Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

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

Amicalola Falls

31.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 ft

Clay Creek Falls

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

High Falls

34.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Noontootla Falls

35.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Duluth

Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

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

Amicalola Falls

31.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.1 miles 600 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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Noontootla Falls

35.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Padgett Falls

27.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sea Creek Falls waterfall

Sea Creek Falls

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

DeSoto Falls

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

High Water Falls

24 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

46.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nottely Falls waterfall

Nottely Falls

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

Helton Creek Falls

23.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dukes Creek Falls waterfall

Dukes Creek Falls

30.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Duluth

Are there free waterfalls near Duluth?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Duluth, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Duluth?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Duluth, including DeSoto Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Duluth?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Duluth, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Duluth?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Duluth, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Duluth?

The shortest waterfall hike near Duluth is Amicalola Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Duluth?

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

Do any waterfalls near Duluth require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Duluth?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Duluth have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Duluth?

The closest waterfall to Duluth is Cochrans Falls, approximately 30.8 miles away.

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