Waterfall Hikes Near Emerald Mountain, AL

3,569 residents
Chicago Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Emerald Mountain? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Emerald Mountain. 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 32.4396°N, -86.0857°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Emerald Mountain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Emerald Mountain is flowing strongly today

Great Falls Moderate Great Falls Barely Flowing Rendalia Water Falls Barely Flowing Wetumpka Falls Roaring Tallapoosa Falls (historical) Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 97°F

Mon 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 97°F Sunny Best
Wed 97°F Sunny
Thu 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Emerald Mountain

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Wetumpka Falls Roaring · 4900 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Great Falls Moderate · 48 cfs 69th percentile
  3. 3 Tallapoosa Falls (historical) Moderate · 77 cfs 67th percentile
  4. 4 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 129 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Rendalia Water Falls Barely Flowing · 129 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Emerald Mountain (2 waterfalls)

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

Rendalia Water Falls

46.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Emerald Mountain

Wetumpka Falls waterfall

Wetumpka Falls

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

Tallapoosa Falls (historical)

38.1 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

Rendalia Water Falls

46.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Emerald Mountain

Are there free waterfalls near Emerald Mountain?

There is 1 free waterfall near Emerald Mountain, including Rendalia Water Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Emerald Mountain?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Emerald Mountain, including Great Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Emerald Mountain?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Emerald Mountain, including Great Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Emerald Mountain?

The shortest waterfall hike near Emerald Mountain is Great Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Emerald Mountain?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Emerald Mountain have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Emerald Mountain?

The closest waterfall to Emerald Mountain is Wetumpka Falls, approximately 10 miles away.

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