Waterfall Hikes Near Franklin, GA

938 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Franklin? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Franklin. 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 33.2797°N, -85.0985°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Franklin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 7 gauged

6 waterfalls near Franklin have live flow data today

Great Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Rendalia Water Falls Barely Flowing High Shoals Falls Barely Flowing Hightower Falls Barely Flowing Salt Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 93°F

Aft 94°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 96°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 92°F Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Franklin

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 5 cfs 7th percentile
  2. 2 Hightower Falls Barely Flowing · 8 cfs 4th percentile
  3. 3 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 75 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 High Shoals Falls Barely Flowing · 27 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Rendalia Water Falls Barely Flowing · 75 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Salt Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 43 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Franklin (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.

High Shoals Falls waterfall

High Shoals Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

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

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

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

36.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

48.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

38.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Franklin

High Shoals Falls waterfall

High Shoals Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

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

Cascade Falls

36.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

48.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

9.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

38.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rendalia Water Falls

36.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Franklin

Are there free waterfalls near Franklin?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Franklin, including High Shoals Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Franklin?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Franklin, including High Shoals Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Franklin?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Franklin, including Cascade Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Franklin?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Franklin, including Cascade Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Franklin?

The shortest waterfall hike near Franklin is Cascade Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Franklin require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Franklin?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Franklin have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Franklin?

The closest waterfall to Franklin is High Shoals Falls, approximately 12 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Franklin, Georgia

Warm Springs

Warm Springs

36.2 mi 88°F

Warm Springs delivers 88°F water, 24 degrees above ambient, within F.D. Roosevelt State Park—Georgia's most thermally impressiv...

Parkman Spring

39.4 mi 77°F

Parkman Spring maintains a comfortable 77°F temperature, 13 degrees above ambient, and requires a short woodland walk in Meriwe...

Thundering Spring

40.8 mi 75°F

Thundering Spring flows 75°F water, 11 degrees above ambient, in Upson County near Hannahs Mill, requiring a moderate woodland ...

Lifsey Spring

42.5 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...

Tom Brown Spring

43.2 mi 68°F

Tom Brown Spring maintains 68°F, barely 4 degrees above ambient, and sits roadside in Meriwether County near Manchester.

Taylor Spring

45.4 mi 75°F

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

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