Waterfall Hikes Near Newport, TN

6,850 residents
New York Time Zone
48 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Newport? There are 48 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Newport. 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 35.9617°N, -83.1976°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Newport

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

48 of 48 gauged

4 of 48 waterfalls near Newport are flowing strongly today

Abrams Falls Barely Flowing Betsy Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate Blue Sea Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing Mitchell Falls Barely Flowing Roaring Spout Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Low Burningtown Falls Low Cullasaja Falls Low Dry Falls Low Glen Falls Low Highlands Falls Low Satulah Falls Low Buckeye Falls Strong Spivey Falls Strong Courthouse Falls Barely Flowing Dill Falls Barely Flowing Lower Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Second Falls Barely Flowing Yellowstone Falls Barely Flowing Woodfin Falls Barely Flowing Upper Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Low Schoolhouse Falls Low Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Walker Falls Barely Flowing Flat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Ramsey Cascades Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Slick Rock Falls Barely Flowing Little Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mingo Falls Barely Flowing Mouse Creek Falls Strong Reems Creek Falls Low Soco Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 95°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 88°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 90°F Sunny Best
Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 89°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Newport

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Soco Falls Roaring · 882 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Mouse Creek Falls Strong · 1310 cfs 78th percentile
  3. 3 Spivey Falls Strong · 44 cfs 77th percentile
  4. 4 Buckeye Falls Strong · 44 cfs 77th percentile
  5. 5 Maidenhair Falls Moderate · 113 cfs 61st percentile
  6. 6 Onion Cliff Falls Moderate · 113 cfs 61st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Newport (10 waterfalls)

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.

Soco Falls waterfall

Soco Falls

12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Newport (27 waterfalls)

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

Mouse Creek Falls waterfall

Mouse Creek Falls

19.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Flat Creek Falls waterfall

Flat Creek Falls

11.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Mingo Falls waterfall

Mingo Falls

15.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
0.4 miles 160 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

41.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.6 miles 585 ft

All 48 Waterfalls Near Newport

Upper Vernal Falls

0.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Vernal Falls

47.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dill Falls waterfall

Dill Falls

42.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cullasaja Falls waterfall

Cullasaja Falls

45.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Highlands Falls waterfall

Highlands Falls

4.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

2.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dry Falls waterfall

Dry Falls

1.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

12.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Satulah Falls waterfall

Satulah Falls

1.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Walker Falls waterfall

Walker Falls

23.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Douglas Falk

26.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

27.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft
Second Falls waterfall

Second Falls

13.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Yellowstone Falls waterfall

Yellowstone Falls

13.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Courthouse Falls waterfall

Courthouse Falls

13.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Maidenhair Falls

46.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

46.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Fairfield Falls waterfall

Fairfield Falls

45.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Schoolhouse Falls waterfall

Schoolhouse Falls

48.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Newport

Are there free waterfalls near Newport?

There are 30 free waterfalls near Newport, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Newport?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Newport, including Courthouse Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Newport?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Newport, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Newport?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near Newport, including Abrams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Newport?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Newport, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Newport?

The shortest waterfall hike near Newport is Abrams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Newport?

The tallest waterfall near Newport is Buckeye Falls at 475 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Newport?

Yes, 48 waterfalls near Newport have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Newport?

The closest waterfall to Newport is Mouse Creek Falls, approximately 13.8 miles away.

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