Waterfall Hikes Near Ballplay, AL

1,181 residents
Chicago Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ballplay? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ballplay. 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 34.0179°N, -85.7852°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ballplay

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

1 of 14 waterfalls near Ballplay is flowing strongly today

De Soto Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Griffin Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Short Creek Falls Barely Flowing Swindell Falls Barely Flowing Hightower Falls Low Little River Falls Barely Flowing Noccalula Falls Roaring Piney Branch Falls Barely Flowing Ragsdale Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Barely Flowing Salt Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 98°F

Wed 98°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 99°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Ind 97°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 93°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Ballplay

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Noccalula Falls Roaring · 8620 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Hightower Falls Low · 13 cfs 11th percentile
  3. 3 Little River Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 3rd percentile
  4. 4 Ragsdale Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Thompson Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 De Soto Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 0th percentile

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Ballplay hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Ballplay

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ballplay (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
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ballplay (8 waterfalls)

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

Griffin Falls

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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Ballplay

Noccalula Falls waterfall

Noccalula Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft

Swindell Falls

19 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

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

High 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
Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

28 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto 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
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ballplay

Are there free waterfalls near Ballplay?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Ballplay, including Griffin Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ballplay?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ballplay?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ballplay, including De Soto Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ballplay?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ballplay, including De Soto Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ballplay?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ballplay?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Ballplay?

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

Do any waterfalls near Ballplay require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ballplay?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Ballplay have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ballplay?

The closest waterfall to Ballplay is Noccalula Falls, approximately 11.1 miles away.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Ballplay With Waterfalls

Gadsden, AL
33,881 residents
Jacksonville, AL
14,227 residents
Rainbow City, AL
10,184 residents
Saks, AL
10,523 residents
Anniston, AL
79,717 residents
Cedartown, GA
10,166 residents
Oxford, AL
22,019 residents
Boaz, AL
10,248 residents
Fort Payne, AL
14,815 residents
Albertville, AL
22,433 residents
Rome, GA
37,621 residents
Scottsboro, AL
15,543 residents

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

← → walk · Esc to stop