Chattanooga

Waterfalls

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Waterfalls
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2 mi Hike
Moderate
Loop

Amicalola Falls Loop

This trail is a popular hike near Dawsonville, Georgia. It ends at the highest waterfall in Georgia. If you like a challenge, you will enjoy the 425 steps it takes to reach the top of falls. Don’t worry, there are plenty of rest stops along the way but the view at the top is worth it!
Waterfalls
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3 mi Hike
Easy
Out & Back

Benton Falls

This beautiful 65-foot waterfall is a great day trek for anyone visiting Cherokee National Forest. The 3-mile out-and-back trail is generally considered an easy route, and takes an average of 1 h 10 min to complete.
Waterfalls
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3.3 mi Hike
Difficult
Out & Back

Cherokee and Hemlock Falls

Both of these spectacular waterfalls are found inside Cloudland Canyon State Park. Whether you are hiking along the canyon rim or exploring the base of the falls, there will be no shortage of spectacular views.
Waterfalls
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1.9 mi Hike
Easy
Out & Back

DeSoto Falls

DeSoto Falls is a 104-foot waterfall located on the West Fork of the Little River near Mentone, Alabama, in DeSoto State Park. With a very short hike to a stunning waterfall and more than 30 miles of hiking and biking trails, swimming, and fishing, this park has everything you need for a memorable experience.
Waterfalls
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2.3 mi Hike
Easy
Out & Back

Glen Falls

Glen Falls is a hidden gem located on Lookout Mountain and is a fantastic spot for photo lovers! Throughout this 2-mile hike, you will find some really cool and unique rock formations. You will also get to enjoy three waterfalls, including one with a family-friendly swimming hole.
Waterfalls
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1.1 mi Hike
Moderate
Loop

Greeter Falls

Looking for a short hike with a breathtaking view at the end? Just 45 minutes outside of Chattanooga, Greeter Falls is one of Tennessee's most impressive waterfalls. On this family friendly hike you will be nestled in a shady canopy of trees where you can choose to visit both the lower and upper waterfalls.
Waterfalls
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1 mi Hike
Easy
Out & Back

Julia Falls

This impressive 100-foot waterfall is a highlight of the trail that starts at Signal Point on Signal Mountain and is part of Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park. Julia Falls is not accessible by foot and must be viewed from the trail.
Waterfalls
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2.9 mi Hike
Easy
Out & Back

Savage Falls

Savage Falls is considered one of South Cumberland State Park's best-kept secrets! The waterfall forms at the head of many gorges, and the streams drop over sandstone rocks and plunge into a clear pool beneath. This 2.9-mile out-and-back hike is fairly easy and begins in Palmer, TN, just 26 miles outside of Chattanooga.

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