Waterfall Hikes Near Birmingham, AL

782,111 residents
Chicago Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Birmingham sits in the southern Appalachian foothills where ridges, river valleys and sandstone bluffs form wooded hollows and steep creek gorges draining local watersheds. Within 50 miles eight waterfall sites are reached mostly by moderate hikes that traverse mixed hardwood forest, canyon scrambles and occasional roadside cascades, and the area's close mix of urban parks and rugged uplands makes varied, compact outings accessible from nearby neighborhoods.

Located at 33.5279°N, -86.7971°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Birmingham

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

4 of 10 waterfalls near Birmingham are flowing strongly today

Davis Falls Low Weaver Falls Low Great Falls Roaring Rendalia Water Falls Roaring Peavine Falls Moderate Salt Creek Falls Strong Seven Falls Moderate Welcome Falls Moderate Village Falls Barely Flowing University Falls (historical) Strong

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 91°F

Tue 98°F Sunny
Wed 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 91°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Birmingham

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls Roaring · 922 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Rendalia Water Falls Roaring · 922 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Salt Creek Falls Strong · 119 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Peavine Falls Moderate · 39 cfs 60th percentile
  5. 5 Seven Falls Moderate · 21 cfs 46th percentile
  6. 6 Welcome Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 46th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Birmingham (5 waterfalls)

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Peavine Falls waterfall

Peavine Falls

Alabama
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

Rendalia Water Falls

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

Salt Creek Falls

29.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Birmingham

Village Falls

36.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Peavine Falls waterfall

Peavine Falls

Alabama
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Davis Falls waterfall

Davis Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Weaver Falls

32.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rendalia Water Falls

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

Salt Creek Falls

29.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Welcome Falls

40 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Seven Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
University Falls (historical) waterfall

University Falls (historical)

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Birmingham

Are there free waterfalls near Birmingham?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Birmingham, including Rendalia Water Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Birmingham?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Birmingham, including Great Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Birmingham?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Birmingham, including Great Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Birmingham?

The shortest waterfall hike near Birmingham is Davis Falls at 1.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Birmingham?

The tallest waterfall near Birmingham is Peavine Falls at 20 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Birmingham?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Birmingham have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Birmingham?

The closest waterfall to Birmingham is Village Falls, approximately 8.7 miles away.

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