7 Gorgeous Waterfalls Hiding In Plain Sight Near Nashville With No Hiking Required

Looking for waterfalls in our state but not really wanting to work that hard? Finding your waterfall without the four-mile hike and freezing cold weather and chilly, crying little ones DOES sound like a dream, doesn't it? Good, because there are seven stunning waterfalls around Nashville that are great for a lovely day trip, any time of year. Each requires a little bit of a walk or light hike, but nothing longer than fifteen minutes, nor is it too difficult. We like to make beauty easy to get to! Here are some of the best waterfall hikes in Tennessee that aren't really "hikes" at all:

1. Cummins Falls

Known as one of the most popular swimming holes in the Middle Tennessee area, Cummins Falls requires a bit of a walk but nothing like a strenuous hike. Pack a lunch and a towel - this is one place you'll want to visit again and again.

2. Greeter Falls

A short walk and a safe day out in the wilderness are what bring folks back to Greeter Falls over and over. There are quite a few different trails that traverse the area, however, so you can choose just how long you'd like to trek about in the forest. Check out the hike by watching this video from Adventuring in the Moment:

3. Twin Falls

Twin Falls in Tennessee consists of precisely what you'd think - two gorgeous waterfalls perfect for a day out in the springtime. Also, as opposed to flowing over the rocks like a normal waterfall - it flows OUT of the rocks like an entirely magical and beautiful fairy land.

4. Cane Creek Falls

Pikeville has never looked so beautiful. The best view you'll get of Cane Creek Falls is from the bottom - so no hiking to the top, you lucky folks. The whole Fall Creek Falls State Park is filled with beauty and this waterfall has a few sections to view including a swimming hole, check it out with this Adventuring in the Moment video:

5. Piney Falls

There's an easy pathway that leads down to the falls, a stunning waterwork that runs 80 feet down to the forest floor. A 440-acre natural area in Rhea County, the old-growth forest and moderately trafficked area are great for a day out and about.

6. Ozone Falls

You're going to have to take a steep walk to the falls, but it's short enough to consider a walk as opposed to a full-blown hike. The most recent live-action version of, "The Jungle Book" was actually filmed at this waterfall, too. Hollywood simply isn't too far away.

7. Foster Falls

You'll be descending down to Foster Falls, but just know that it's a steep climb back up. Does that count as a hike..? Maybe. But it's short and quick and AFTER you view one of the most beautiful spots in Tennessee, so we're fans. Standing at the bottom of this waterfall is simply stunning and the hike down can be super fun. Check out this Adventuring in the Moment video for a closer look:

How many of these waterfalls around Nashville have you been to? Did this answer your questions about waterfalls near me? Tell us your thoughts in the comments.

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