Waterfall Hikes Near Oakwood, GA

5,132 residents
New York Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oakwood? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oakwood. 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 34.2236°N, -83.8851°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oakwood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

21 waterfalls near Oakwood have live flow data today

Amicalola Falls Barely Flowing Cochrans Falls Barely Flowing Anna Ruby Falls Low Dukes Creek Falls Low Black Falls Barely Flowing Clay Creek Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Moderate Toccoa Falls Moderate DeSoto Falls Low Helton Creek Falls Low High Water Falls Low Nottely Falls Low Haynes Falls Barely Flowing Horsetrough Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Noontootla Falls Barely Flowing Sea Creek Falls Barely Flowing Leatherwood Falls Barely Flowing Padgett Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Low Timpson Falls Low

Updated 44 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 89°F

Aft 93°F Sunny
Sat 96°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 84°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 89°F Sunny Best
Thu 91°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Oakwood

Updated 44 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Toccoa Falls Moderate · 39 cfs 34th percentile
  2. 2 Cascade Falls Moderate · 39 cfs 34th percentile
  3. 3 Timpson Falls Low · 46 cfs 18th percentile
  4. 4 Wilson Falls Low · 46 cfs 18th percentile
  5. 5 Anna Ruby Falls Low · 55 cfs 14th percentile
  6. 6 Dukes Creek Falls Low · 55 cfs 14th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oakwood (3 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.

DeSoto Falls waterfall

DeSoto Falls

24.3 miles away
Georgia
Easy
2.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oakwood (14 waterfalls)

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

Clay Creek Falls

41.9 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

All 21 Waterfalls Near Oakwood

Clay Creek Falls

41.9 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
Helton Creek Falls waterfall

Helton Creek Falls

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

Nottely Falls

23 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
Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

42.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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
Horsetrough Falls waterfall

Horsetrough Falls

26.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Anna Ruby Falls waterfall

Anna Ruby Falls

33.7 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.6 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Haynes Falls waterfall CC

Haynes Falls

22.3 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

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
Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

40.4 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.4 miles 200 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

41.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leatherwood Falls waterfall

Leatherwood Falls

43.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

46.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oakwood

Are there free waterfalls near Oakwood?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Oakwood, including Clay Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oakwood?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Oakwood, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oakwood?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oakwood, including Amicalola Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakwood?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakwood, including Amicalola Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oakwood?

The shortest waterfall hike near Oakwood is Amicalola Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Oakwood?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oakwood?

Yes, 21 waterfalls near Oakwood have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oakwood?

The closest waterfall to Oakwood is Clay Creek Falls, approximately 21.1 miles away.

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