Waterfall Hikes Near Muscle Shoals, AL

16,334 residents
Chicago Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Muscle Shoals? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Muscle Shoals. 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 34.7432°N, -87.6343°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Muscle Shoals

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Water Flow

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11 waterfalls near Muscle Shoals have live flow data today

Butler Falls Barely Flowing Kinlock Falls Barely Flowing Parker Cascades Barely Flowing Parker Falls Barely Flowing Copperas Falls Barely Flowing Marcella Falls Barely Flowing Georgia Falls Barely Flowing Quarter Creek Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Seven Falls Barely Flowing The Fall Off Barely Flowing

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Best Day to Hike

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Sunny · 83°F

Tod 83°F Sunny Best
Sat 85°F Mostly Cloudy
Sun 88°F Sunny
Mon 90°F Sunny
Tue 91°F Partly Sunny
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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Muscle Shoals (6 waterfalls)

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

Quarter Creek Falls

6.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kinlock Falls waterfall

Kinlock Falls

26.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Muscle Shoals

Georgia Falls waterfall

Georgia Falls

45 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Fall Off waterfall

The Fall Off

43.9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Quarter Creek Falls

6.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butler Falls waterfall

Butler Falls

48.5 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kinlock Falls waterfall

Kinlock Falls

26.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Parker Cascades waterfall

Parker Cascades

25.4 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Parker Falls waterfall

Parker Falls

25.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

31.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

25.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Marcella Falls

42.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Seven Falls

33.5 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Muscle Shoals

Are there free waterfalls near Muscle Shoals?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Muscle Shoals, including Copperas Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Muscle Shoals?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Muscle Shoals, including Copperas Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Muscle Shoals?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Muscle Shoals, including Copperas Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Muscle Shoals?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Muscle Shoals, including Kinlock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Muscle Shoals?

The shortest waterfall hike near Muscle Shoals is Butler Falls at 2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Muscle Shoals?

The tallest waterfall near Muscle Shoals is Rainbow Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Muscle Shoals?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Muscle Shoals have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Muscle Shoals?

The closest waterfall to Muscle Shoals is Georgia Falls, approximately 2.8 miles away.

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