Waterfall Hikes Near Pelham, TN

419 residents
Chicago Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pelham? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pelham. 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 35.3342°N, -85.8703°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pelham

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 43 gauged

39 waterfalls near Pelham have live flow data today

Baker Falls Low Big Falls Low Bluehole Falls Low Bosworth Falls Low Cascade Falls Low Copperas Falls Low Little Falls Low Machine Falls Low Ovoca Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rutledge Falls Low Boone Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Low Cascade Falls Low Deer Lick Falls Low Jumpoff Falls Low Monteagle Falls Low Burgess Falls Barely Flowing Cane Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Piney Creek Falls Barely Flowing Virgin Falls Barely Flowing Cul-car-mac Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hilliard Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Middle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Three Creeks Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Lula Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 91°F

Aft 93°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Sunny
Lab 88°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 91°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Pelham

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Monteagle Falls Low · 12 cfs 22nd percentile
  2. 2 Jumpoff Falls Low · 12 cfs 22nd percentile
  3. 3 Bridal Veil Falls Low · 12 cfs 22nd percentile
  4. 4 Deer Lick Falls Low · 12 cfs 22nd percentile
  5. 5 Cascade Falls Low · 12 cfs 22nd percentile
  6. 6 Machine Falls Low · 11 cfs 15th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pelham (7 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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

47.7 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Deer Lick Falls

31.5 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pelham (22 waterfalls)

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

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

22.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

24.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Pelham

Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

29.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Virgin Falls waterfall

Virgin Falls

17.2 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.2 miles 1,200 ft

Hilliard Falls

33.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pelham

Are there free waterfalls near Pelham?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Pelham, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pelham?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Pelham, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pelham?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pelham, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pelham?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pelham, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pelham?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Pelham, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pelham?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pelham is Baker Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pelham?

The tallest waterfall near Pelham is Fall Creek Falls at 256 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Pelham require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Pelham require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pelham?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Pelham have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pelham?

The closest waterfall to Pelham is Cascade Falls, approximately 5.1 miles away.

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