Waterfall Hikes Near Attalla, AL

5,849 residents
Chicago Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Attalla? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Attalla. 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 34.0050°N, -86.1039°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Attalla

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

17 waterfalls near Attalla have live flow data today

De Soto Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Ditto Falls Barely Flowing Ragsdale Falls Barely Flowing Welcome Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Rendalia Water Falls Barely Flowing Griffin Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Short Creek Falls Barely Flowing Swindell Falls Barely Flowing Hightower Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Barely Flowing Noccalula Falls Moderate Piney Branch Falls Barely Flowing Salt Creek Falls Moderate

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 95°F

Tue 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Thu 97°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 96°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Attalla

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Salt Creek Falls Moderate · 100 cfs 70th percentile
  2. 2 Noccalula Falls Moderate · 4810 cfs 64th percentile
  3. 3 Little Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 2nd percentile
  4. 4 De Soto Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 2nd percentile
  5. 5 Griffin Falls Barely Flowing · 15 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Barely Flowing · 15 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Attalla (2 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 Attalla (10 waterfalls)

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

Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

28 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Attalla

Noccalula Falls waterfall

Noccalula Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft
Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

28 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swindell Falls

19 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

37.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ragsdale Falls

1.5 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Piney Branch Falls

25.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

49.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rendalia Water Falls

47.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Welcome Falls

40 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ditto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

38.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Attalla

Are there free waterfalls near Attalla?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Attalla, including Ditto Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Attalla?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Attalla, including Little River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Attalla?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Attalla, including De Soto Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Attalla?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Attalla, including De Soto Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Attalla?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Attalla?

The shortest waterfall hike near Attalla is De Soto Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Attalla?

The tallest waterfall near Attalla is De Soto Falls at 104 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Attalla require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Attalla?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Attalla have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Attalla?

The closest waterfall to Attalla is Noccalula Falls, approximately 5.3 miles away.

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