Waterfall Hikes Near Shelbyville, TN

23,676 residents
Chicago Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Shelbyville? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Shelbyville. 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 35.4987°N, -86.4517°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Shelbyville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 25 gauged

25 waterfalls near Shelbyville have live flow data today

Baker Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Bluehole Falls Barely Flowing Bosworth Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Copperas Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Machine Falls Barely Flowing Ovoca Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rutledge Falls Barely Flowing Boone Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Deer Lick Falls Moderate Jumpoff Falls Moderate Monteagle Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Jackson Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Jenkins Falls Barely Flowing Marcella Falls Barely Flowing Rattlesnake Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 93°F

Tod 98°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 96°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Lab 93°F Sunny Best
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 96°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Shelbyville

Updated about 5 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 12 cfs 37th percentile
  2. 2 Monteagle Falls Moderate · 12 cfs 37th percentile
  3. 3 Cascade Falls Moderate · 12 cfs 37th percentile
  4. 4 Deer Lick Falls Moderate · 12 cfs 37th percentile
  5. 5 Jumpoff Falls Moderate · 12 cfs 37th percentile
  6. 6 Boone Falls Low · 265 cfs 12th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Shelbyville (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.

Ovoca Falls

3.3 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

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

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

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

25.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Baker Falls waterfall

Baker Falls

4.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Shelbyville

Jumpoff Falls

41.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

35.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
0.4 miles 200 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

23.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Jenkins Falls waterfall

Jenkins Falls

39.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

21.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Shelbyville

Are there free waterfalls near Shelbyville?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Shelbyville, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Shelbyville?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Shelbyville, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Shelbyville?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Shelbyville, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Shelbyville?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Shelbyville, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Shelbyville?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Shelbyville, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Shelbyville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Shelbyville is Baker Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Shelbyville?

The tallest waterfall near Shelbyville is Rainbow Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Shelbyville?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Shelbyville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Shelbyville?

The closest waterfall to Shelbyville is Cascade Falls, approximately 12.8 miles away.

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