Waterfall Hikes Near Glencoe, AL

5,343 residents
Chicago Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Glencoe? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Glencoe. 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 33.9447°N, -85.9322°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Glencoe

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

6 of 16 waterfalls near Glencoe are flowing strongly today

De Soto Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Great Falls Low Rendalia Water Falls Low Griffin Falls Strong High Falls Strong Short Creek Falls Strong Swindell Falls Strong Little River Falls Barely Flowing Noccalula Falls Moderate Piney Branch Falls Low Ragsdale Falls Barely Flowing Welcome Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Barely Flowing Salt Creek Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

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Wed 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best
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Flowing best right now near Glencoe

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 De Soto Falls Roaring · 26 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Little Falls Roaring · 26 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Griffin Falls Strong · 16 cfs 75th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Strong · 16 cfs 75th percentile
  5. 5 Short Creek Falls Strong · 16 cfs 75th percentile
  6. 6 Swindell Falls Strong · 16 cfs 75th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Glencoe (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 Glencoe (9 waterfalls)

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

Griffin Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

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

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

49.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Glencoe

Noccalula Falls waterfall

Noccalula Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft

Swindell Falls

36.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

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

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

49.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

46.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Piney Branch Falls

44 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rendalia Water Falls

27.2 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

Welcome Falls

38.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Glencoe

Are there free waterfalls near Glencoe?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Glencoe, including Griffin Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Glencoe?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Glencoe?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Glencoe?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Glencoe, including De Soto Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Glencoe?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Glencoe?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Glencoe?

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

Do any waterfalls near Glencoe require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Glencoe requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Glencoe?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Glencoe have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Glencoe?

The closest waterfall to Glencoe is Noccalula Falls, approximately 8.5 miles away.

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