Waterfall Hikes Near McDonald Chapel, AL

686 residents
Chicago Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near McDonald Chapel? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of McDonald Chapel. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 33.5190°N, -86.9385°W

Map of Waterfalls Near McDonald Chapel

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near McDonald Chapel have live flow data today

Davis Falls Moderate Weaver Falls Moderate Peavine Falls Low Rendalia Water Falls Moderate Village Falls Moderate University Falls (historical) Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 95°F

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Fri 95°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Ind 94°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Flowing best right now near McDonald Chapel

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Village Falls Strong · 123 cfs 77th percentile
  2. 2 Davis Falls Moderate · 76 cfs 45th percentile
  3. 3 Weaver Falls Moderate · 76 cfs 45th percentile
  4. 4 Rendalia Water Falls Moderate · 103 cfs 30th percentile
  5. 5 Peavine Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 28th percentile
  6. 6 University Falls (historical) Low · 576 cfs 22nd percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around McDonald Chapel (2 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

9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near McDonald Chapel

Village Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Peavine Falls waterfall

Peavine Falls

Alabama
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

Weaver Falls

29.9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Davis Falls waterfall

Davis Falls

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

University Falls (historical)

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rendalia Water Falls

9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near McDonald Chapel

Are there free waterfalls near McDonald Chapel?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in McDonald Chapel?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near McDonald Chapel, including Peavine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near McDonald Chapel?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near McDonald Chapel, including Peavine Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near McDonald Chapel?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near McDonald Chapel?

The tallest waterfall near McDonald Chapel is Peavine Falls at 20 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around McDonald Chapel?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near McDonald Chapel have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to McDonald Chapel?

The closest waterfall to McDonald Chapel is Village Falls, approximately 3.2 miles away.

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