The Top 6 Waterfalls in Cherokee National Forest
However you get there, waterfalls are breathtaking places, and you have 6
beautiful waterfalls to choose from in Cherokee National Forest. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!
beautiful waterfalls to choose from in Cherokee National Forest. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!
Last updated: October 7, 2025
Enjoy this 65 foot tall water fall away from the crowds and cars tucked away in a forest of Tennessee. There are several spots to stand to view the falls; …
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You'll have to stray a few hundred feet off the main path on a spur trail to get to the main waterfall viewing area. Elk Falls is the most well-known …
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There are many spectacular spots to stand on the road/bridge here to view the waterfalls. Depending on the time of year, there might even be side streams coming from different …
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This is a small creek that has many waterfalls, it is all surrounded by lush forest, following Slickrock Creek Trail, and other trails In Joyce-Kilmer Slickrock Wilderness, the river ends in Little Tennessee River.
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A beautiful waterfall with a natural pool at the bottom with crystal clear water surrounded by small walls of rock and trees. A pleasant place to be and appreciate the moment.
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