Waterfall Hikes Near La Fayette, AL

2,700 residents
Chicago Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near La Fayette? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of La Fayette. 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 32.8997°N, -85.4007°W

Map of Waterfalls Near La Fayette

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 5 gauged

4 waterfalls near La Fayette have live flow data today

Great Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Moderate High Shoals Falls Barely Flowing Tallapoosa Falls (historical) Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 93°F

Thu 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 93°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Sun 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near La Fayette

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls Moderate · 101 cfs 28th percentile
  2. 2 High Shoals Falls Barely Flowing · 84 cfs 1st percentile
  3. 3 Tallapoosa Falls (historical) Barely Flowing · 82 cfs 1st percentile
  4. 4 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 113 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near La Fayette (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.

High Shoals Falls waterfall

High Shoals Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around La Fayette (3 waterfalls)

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

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near La Fayette

High Shoals Falls waterfall

High Shoals Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft
Tallapoosa Falls (historical) waterfall

Tallapoosa Falls (historical)

20.5 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 La Fayette

Are there free waterfalls near La Fayette?

There is 1 free waterfall near La Fayette, including High Shoals Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near La Fayette?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near La Fayette, including High Shoals Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in La Fayette?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near La Fayette, including Cascade Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near La Fayette?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near La Fayette, including Cascade Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near La Fayette?

The shortest waterfall hike near La Fayette is Cascade Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around La Fayette?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near La Fayette have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to La Fayette?

The closest waterfall to La Fayette is High Shoals Falls, approximately 19.4 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near La Fayette, Alabama

Warm Springs

Warm Springs

30.4 mi 88°F

Warm Springs delivers 88°F water, 24 degrees above ambient, within F.D. Roosevelt State Park—Georgia's most thermally impressiv...

Parkman Spring

33.6 mi 77°F

Parkman Spring maintains a comfortable 77°F temperature, 13 degrees above ambient, and requires a short woodland walk in Meriwe...

Tom Brown Spring

37.4 mi 68°F

Tom Brown Spring maintains 68°F, barely 4 degrees above ambient, and sits roadside in Meriwether County near Manchester.

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