Waterfall Hikes Near Garden City, AL

598 residents
Chicago Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Garden City? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Garden City. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.0150°N, -86.7493°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Garden City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

4 of 18 waterfalls near Garden City are flowing strongly today

Butler Falls Barely Flowing Kinlock Falls Barely Flowing Parker Cascades Barely Flowing Parker Falls Barely Flowing Ditto Falls Barely Flowing Ragsdale Falls Barely Flowing Welcome Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Barely Flowing Griffin Falls Strong High Falls Strong Short Creek Falls Strong Swindell Falls Strong Noccalula Falls Moderate Peavine Falls Barely Flowing Piney Branch Falls Low Quarter Creek Falls Barely Flowing Seven Falls Barely Flowing Village Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

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Flowing best right now near Garden City

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Swindell Falls Strong · 17 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Short Creek Falls Strong · 17 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Griffin Falls Strong · 17 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Strong · 17 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Noccalula Falls Moderate · 2140 cfs 42nd percentile
  6. 6 Piney Branch Falls Low · 84 cfs 16th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Garden City (1 waterfall)

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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Garden City (10 waterfalls)

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

Seven Falls

43.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Ditto Falls

46.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Garden City

Welcome Falls

38.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Seven Falls

43.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

45.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ragsdale Falls

26.9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ditto Falls

46.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Village Falls

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

Noccalula Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft
Peavine Falls waterfall

Peavine Falls

Alabama
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

49.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Piney Branch Falls

44 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Parker Falls waterfall

Parker Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Parker Cascades waterfall

Parker Cascades

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kinlock Falls waterfall

Kinlock Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swindell Falls

36.2 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
Butler Falls waterfall

Butler Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Quarter Creek Falls

17.5 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Garden City

Are there free waterfalls near Garden City?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Garden City, including Ditto Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Garden City?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Garden City, including Noccalula Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Garden City?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Garden City, including Ditto Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Garden City?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Garden City, including Ditto Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Garden City?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Garden City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Garden City is Butler Falls at 1.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Garden City?

The tallest waterfall near Garden City is Noccalula Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Garden City?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Garden City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Garden City?

The closest waterfall to Garden City is Welcome Falls, approximately 18.3 miles away.

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