Waterfall Hikes Near Helena, AL

21,036 residents
Chicago Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

From Helena the natural first stop is Peavine Falls in Oak Mountain State Park, a twenty-foot drop at the end of 1.6 miles of trail and 200 feet of climb, dogs allowed. Seven falls show within range altogether. Great Falls and Rendalia Water Falls are each easy half-mile walks that take dogs. Several others, Davis and Weaver among them, list without trail data, so save those for a curious afternoon.

Located at 33.2837°N, -86.8791°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Helena

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

7 waterfalls near Helena have live flow data today

Davis Falls Barely Flowing Weaver Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Rendalia Water Falls Barely Flowing Peavine Falls Barely Flowing Village Falls Low University Falls (historical) Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 97°F

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

Flowing best right now near Helena

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Davis Falls Low · 47 cfs 19th percentile
  2. 2 Weaver Falls Low · 47 cfs 19th percentile
  3. 3 Village Falls Low · 104 cfs 16th percentile
  4. 4 University Falls (historical) Barely Flowing · 215 cfs 6th percentile
  5. 5 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 129 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Peavine Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Helena (3 waterfalls)

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

Peavine Falls waterfall

Peavine Falls

Alabama
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

Rendalia Water Falls

46.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Helena

Peavine Falls waterfall

Peavine Falls

Alabama
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Davis Falls waterfall

Davis Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Weaver Falls

22.9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Village Falls

0.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rendalia Water Falls

46.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
University Falls (historical) waterfall

University Falls (historical)

40.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Helena

Are there free waterfalls near Helena?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Helena?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Helena, including Great Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Helena?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Helena, including Great Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Helena?

The shortest waterfall hike near Helena is Davis Falls at 1.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Helena?

The tallest waterfall near Helena is Peavine Falls at 20 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Helena?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Helena have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Helena?

The closest waterfall to Helena is Peavine Falls, approximately 6.2 miles away.

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