Waterfall Hikes Near Bristow Cove, AL

219 residents
Chicago Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bristow Cove? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bristow Cove. 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 34.1092°N, -86.2410°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bristow Cove

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

1 of 15 waterfalls near Bristow Cove 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 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 94°F

Wed 95°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Fri 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Bristow Cove

Updated 34 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Noccalula Falls Strong · 8030 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Griffin Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 4th percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Short Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Swindell Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 De Soto Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bristow Cove (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 Bristow Cove (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

All 15 Waterfalls Near Bristow Cove

Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

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

Noccalula Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 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

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

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

Seven Falls

38.9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

49.2 miles away
Alabama
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 Bristow Cove

Are there free waterfalls near Bristow Cove?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Bristow Cove, including Ditto Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bristow Cove?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bristow Cove?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bristow Cove?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Bristow Cove?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bristow Cove?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Bristow Cove?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bristow Cove?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Bristow Cove have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bristow Cove?

The closest waterfall to Bristow Cove is Short Creek Falls, approximately 12 miles away.

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