Waterfall Hikes Near New Union, AL

811 residents
Chicago Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near New Union? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of New Union. 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 34.1422°N, -86.2218°W

Map of Waterfalls Near New Union

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

16 waterfalls near New Union have live flow data today

De Soto Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Ditto Falls Barely Flowing Ragsdale Falls Barely Flowing Welcome Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Moderate Noccalula Falls Low Piney Branch Falls Barely Flowing Rendalia Water Falls Barely Flowing Salt Creek Falls Barely Flowing Seven Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 94°F

Sat 94°F Sunny Best
Sun 95°F Sunny
Mon 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 93°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near New Union

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little River Falls Moderate · 67 cfs 34th percentile
  2. 2 Noccalula Falls Low · 1070 cfs 14th percentile
  3. 3 Griffin Falls Barely Flowing · 15 cfs 8th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Barely Flowing · 15 cfs 8th percentile
  5. 5 Short Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 15 cfs 8th percentile
  6. 6 Swindell Falls Barely Flowing · 15 cfs 8th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near New Union (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.

Noccalula Falls waterfall

Noccalula Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around New Union (10 waterfalls)

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

Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

4.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near New Union

Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

4.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Noccalula Falls waterfall

Noccalula Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

1.5 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ragsdale Falls

18.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Piney Branch Falls

5.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swindell Falls

18.1 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

Welcome Falls

28.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Ditto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

20.8 miles away
Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Seven Falls

38.4 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Rendalia Water Falls

46.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

47.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

11.9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near New Union

Are there free waterfalls near New Union?

There are 8 free waterfalls near New Union, including Ditto Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near New Union?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in New Union?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near New Union?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near New Union?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near New Union, including High Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near New Union?

The shortest waterfall hike near New Union is De Soto Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near New Union?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around New Union?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near New Union have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to New Union?

The closest waterfall to New Union is Short Creek Falls, approximately 9.5 miles away.

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