Waterfall Hikes Near Kingston, GA

774 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kingston? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kingston. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.2319°N, -84.9444°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kingston

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

10 waterfalls near Kingston have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Low Cochrans Falls Low De Soto Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Griffin Falls Barely Flowing Swindell Falls Barely Flowing Hightower Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 97°F

Aft 97°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 99°F Patchy Fog then Chance Rain Showers
Sun 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 90°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 91°F Sunny
Wed 93°F Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Kingston

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Griffin Falls Low · 14 cfs 14th percentile
  2. 2 Swindell Falls Low · 14 cfs 14th percentile
  3. 3 Amicalola Falls Low · 55 cfs 11th percentile
  4. 4 Cochrans Falls Low · 55 cfs 11th percentile
  5. 5 Hightower Falls Barely Flowing · 8 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 De Soto Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kingston (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.

Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

28.4 miles away
Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Kingston (7 waterfalls)

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

Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

49.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft

Padgett Falls

27.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

19.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Kingston

Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

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

Keown Falls

49.7 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft

Padgett Falls

27.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

28.4 miles away
Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

21.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

19.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swindell Falls

33.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

40.4 miles away
Alabama
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kingston

Are there free waterfalls near Kingston?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Kingston, including Cochrans Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kingston?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Kingston, including Little River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kingston?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kingston, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kingston?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kingston, including Amicalola Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Kingston?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Kingston, including Little River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kingston?

The shortest waterfall hike near Kingston is Amicalola Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Kingston?

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

Do any waterfalls near Kingston require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kingston?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Kingston have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kingston?

The closest waterfall to Kingston is Hightower Falls, approximately 23 miles away.

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