Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Payne, AL

14,815 residents
Chicago Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fort Payne? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fort Payne. 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 34.4559°N, -85.6965°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fort Payne

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 26 gauged

26 waterfalls near Fort Payne have live flow data today

Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Jumpoff Falls Barely Flowing Monteagle Falls Barely Flowing De Soto Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Ditto Falls Barely Flowing Ragsdale Falls Barely Flowing Welcome Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Barely Flowing Griffin Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Short Creek Falls Barely Flowing Swindell Falls Barely Flowing Hightower Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Middle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Three Creeks Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Barely Flowing Lula Falls Barely Flowing Noccalula Falls Low Piney Branch Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 70°F

Aft 70°F Sunny Best
Fri 75°F Sunny
Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 84°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 86°F Sunny
Tue 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Payne (4 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.

Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

34.6 miles away
Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fort Payne (14 waterfalls)

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

De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

43.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

16.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Fort Payne

Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

34.6 miles away
Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

41.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

43.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

16.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swindell Falls

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

High Falls

32.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

27.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Piney Branch Falls

26.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

24.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

40 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft
Noccalula Falls waterfall

Noccalula Falls

7.7 miles away
Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft

Ragsdale Falls

16.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foster Falls waterfall

Foster Falls

10.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Lula Falls waterfall

Lula Falls

20.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.2 miles 600 ft
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

30.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ditto Falls

40.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Jumpoff Falls

18.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

11.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.6 miles 314 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

12.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fort Payne

Are there free waterfalls near Fort Payne?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Fort Payne, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fort Payne?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Fort Payne, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fort Payne?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fort Payne, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fort Payne?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fort Payne, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fort Payne?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Fort Payne, including Foster Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fort Payne?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fort Payne is Bridal Veil Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fort Payne?

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

Do any waterfalls near Fort Payne require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Fort Payne require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fort Payne?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Fort Payne have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fort Payne?

The closest waterfall to Fort Payne is Little River Falls, approximately 5.9 miles away.

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