Waterfall Hikes Near Blue Ridge, AL

1,282 residents
Chicago Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Blue Ridge? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Blue Ridge. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 32.5010°N, -86.1839°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Blue Ridge

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Blue Ridge have live flow data today

Great Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Moderate Wetumpka Falls Barely Flowing Tallapoosa Falls (historical) Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Sunny · 95°F

Thu 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°F Sunny Best
Sun 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Blue Ridge

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls Moderate · 103 cfs 30th percentile
  2. 2 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 114 cfs 1st percentile
  3. 3 Wetumpka Falls Barely Flowing · 1650 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Tallapoosa Falls (historical) Barely Flowing · 80 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Blue Ridge (1 waterfall)

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

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Blue Ridge

Wetumpka Falls waterfall

Wetumpka Falls

7.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tallapoosa Falls (historical) waterfall

Tallapoosa Falls (historical)

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

Great Falls

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 Blue Ridge

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Blue Ridge?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Blue Ridge, including Great Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Blue Ridge?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Blue Ridge, including Great Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Blue Ridge?

The shortest waterfall hike near Blue Ridge is Great Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Blue Ridge?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Blue Ridge have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Blue Ridge?

The closest waterfall to Blue Ridge is Wetumpka Falls, approximately 2.9 miles away.

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Where to Stay

Hampton Inn Wetumpka

Hampton Inn Wetumpka

8.9 289 reviews
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Prattville-Montgomery

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La Quinta by Wyndham Montgomery

La Quinta by Wyndham Montgomery

8.0 1,320 reviews
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Montgomery

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Montgomery

8.4 710 reviews
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