Waterfall Hikes Near Boaz, AL

10,248 residents
Chicago Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Boaz? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Boaz. 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 34.1985°N, -86.1529°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Boaz

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

1 of 15 waterfalls near Boaz is flowing strongly 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 Griffin Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Short Creek Falls Barely Flowing Swindell Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Barely Flowing Noccalula Falls Strong Piney Branch Falls Barely Flowing Salt Creek Falls Barely Flowing Seven Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 44 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 93°F

Wed 93°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 94°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Ind 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Boaz

Updated 44 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Noccalula Falls Strong · 7840 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Salt Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 99 cfs 7th percentile
  3. 3 Little River Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 3rd percentile
  4. 4 Ditto Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Ragsdale Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Welcome Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Boaz (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 Boaz (9 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 15 Waterfalls Near Boaz

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
Noccalula Falls waterfall

Noccalula Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 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

Welcome Falls

40 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Ditto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Seven Falls

38.9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Boaz

Are there free waterfalls near Boaz?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Boaz?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Boaz?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Boaz, including De Soto Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Boaz?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Boaz?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Boaz?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Boaz?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Boaz?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Boaz have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Boaz?

The closest waterfall to Boaz is Short Creek Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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