Waterfall Hikes Near Kennesaw, GA

33,360 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kennesaw? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kennesaw. 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 34.0260°N, -84.6177°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kennesaw

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Kennesaw have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Low Cochrans Falls Low Hightower Falls Barely Flowing Keown 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 97°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Sunny
Lab 88°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Kennesaw

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Amicalola Falls Low · 55 cfs 11th percentile
  2. 2 Cochrans Falls Low · 55 cfs 11th percentile
  3. 3 Hightower Falls Barely Flowing · 8 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Keown Falls Barely Flowing · 362 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Padgett Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Kennesaw (4 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
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

49.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Kennesaw

Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

46.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

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
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

49.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kennesaw

Are there free waterfalls near Kennesaw?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Kennesaw, including Cochrans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kennesaw?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kennesaw, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kennesaw?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kennesaw, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kennesaw?

The shortest waterfall hike near Kennesaw is Amicalola Falls at 1.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Kennesaw?

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

Do any waterfalls near Kennesaw require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kennesaw?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Kennesaw have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kennesaw?

The closest waterfall to Kennesaw is Hightower Falls, approximately 26.8 miles away.

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