Waterfall Hikes Near Decatur, AL

57,525 residents
Chicago Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Decatur? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Decatur. 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 34.5731°N, -86.9905°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Decatur

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

2 of 18 waterfalls near Decatur are flowing strongly today

Boone Falls Barely Flowing Butler Falls Barely Flowing Kinlock Falls Barely Flowing Parker Cascades Barely Flowing Parker Falls Barely Flowing Copperas Falls Moderate Marcella Falls Moderate Ditto Falls Moderate Ragsdale Falls Moderate Welcome Falls Moderate Thompson Falls Moderate Georgia Falls Strong High Falls Moderate Short Creek Falls Moderate Piney Branch Falls Strong Quarter Creek Falls Barely Flowing Seven Falls Moderate The Fall Off Moderate

Updated 23 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Tod 94°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 96°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 89°F Sunny
Fri 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Decatur

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Georgia Falls Strong · 239 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Piney Branch Falls Strong · 220 cfs 85th percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 59th percentile
  4. 4 Short Creek Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 59th percentile
  5. 5 Seven Falls Moderate · 26 cfs 57th percentile
  6. 6 Thompson Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 47th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Decatur (9 waterfalls)

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

Seven Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Ditto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Parker Falls waterfall

Parker Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Decatur

Seven Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
The Fall Off waterfall

The Fall Off

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ditto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Welcome Falls

40 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Parker Cascades waterfall

Parker Cascades

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Parker Falls waterfall

Parker Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kinlock Falls waterfall

Kinlock Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Piney Branch Falls

7.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ragsdale Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

44.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butler Falls waterfall

Butler Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Georgia Falls waterfall

Georgia Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

41.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Quarter Creek Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Boone Falls waterfall CC

Boone Falls

36.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

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

High Falls

34.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Marcella Falls

39.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Decatur

Are there free waterfalls near Decatur?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Decatur, including Copperas Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Decatur?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Decatur, including Copperas Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Decatur?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Decatur, including Copperas Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Decatur?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Decatur?

The shortest waterfall hike near Decatur is Boone Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Decatur?

The tallest waterfall near Decatur is High Falls at 35 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Decatur?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Decatur have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Decatur?

The closest waterfall to Decatur is Seven Falls, approximately 13.7 miles away.

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