Waterfall Hikes Near Guntersville, AL

8,644 residents
Chicago Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Guntersville? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Guntersville. 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 34.3671°N, -86.2637°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Guntersville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

2 of 17 waterfalls near Guntersville are flowing strongly today

Boone Falls Roaring 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 Griffin Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Short Creek Falls Barely Flowing Swindell Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Barely Flowing Noccalula Falls Strong Piney Branch Falls Barely Flowing Seven Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 89°F

Wed 96°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Ind 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 89°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best

Flowing best right now near Guntersville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Boone Falls Roaring · 1970 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Noccalula Falls Strong · 7840 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Little River Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 3rd percentile
  4. 4 Griffin Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Guntersville (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Guntersville (10 waterfalls)

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

Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

28 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

All 17 Waterfalls Near Guntersville

Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

28 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Piney Branch Falls

25.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ragsdale Falls

1.5 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

37.6 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

Swindell Falls

19 miles away
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
Noccalula Falls waterfall

Noccalula Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Seven Falls

38.9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Boone Falls waterfall CC

Boone Falls

15.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Guntersville

Are there free waterfalls near Guntersville?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Guntersville, including Ditto Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Guntersville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Guntersville?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Guntersville, including De Soto Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Guntersville?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Guntersville?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Guntersville, including High Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Guntersville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Guntersville is Boone Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Guntersville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Guntersville?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Guntersville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Guntersville?

The closest waterfall to Guntersville is Short Creek Falls, approximately 4.7 miles away.

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