Waterfall Hikes Near Anniston, AL

79,717 residents
Chicago Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Anniston? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Anniston. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 33.6712°N, -85.8135°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Anniston

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

1 of 11 waterfalls near Anniston is flowing strongly today

Great Falls Moderate Rendalia Water Falls Moderate Griffin Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Short Creek Falls Moderate Swindell Falls Moderate High Shoals Falls Moderate Hightower Falls Moderate Little River Falls Strong Noccalula Falls Low Salt Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 95°F

Tod 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 95°F Sunny Best
Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 92°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Anniston

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little River Falls Strong · 29 cfs 78th percentile
  2. 2 Griffin Falls Moderate · 29 cfs 60th percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Moderate · 29 cfs 60th percentile
  4. 4 Short Creek Falls Moderate · 29 cfs 60th percentile
  5. 5 Swindell Falls Moderate · 29 cfs 60th percentile
  6. 6 High Shoals Falls Moderate · 210 cfs 58th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Anniston (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.

Noccalula Falls waterfall

Noccalula Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Anniston (9 waterfalls)

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

Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

29.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rendalia Water Falls

8.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

33.9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Anniston

Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

29.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Noccalula Falls waterfall

Noccalula Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rendalia Water Falls

8.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swindell Falls

31.4 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

33.9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

40.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Shoals Falls waterfall

High Shoals Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

15.8 miles away
Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

18 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Anniston

Are there free waterfalls near Anniston?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Anniston, including Griffin Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Anniston?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Anniston, including High Shoals Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Anniston?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Anniston, including Great Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Anniston?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Anniston, including Great Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Anniston?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Anniston, including High Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Anniston?

The shortest waterfall hike near Anniston is Great Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Anniston?

The tallest waterfall near Anniston is Noccalula Falls at 90 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Anniston require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Anniston requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Anniston?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Anniston have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Anniston?

The closest waterfall to Anniston is Salt Creek Falls, approximately 12.1 miles away.

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