Waterfall Hikes Near Opelika, AL

31,361 residents
Chicago Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Opelika? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Opelika. 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 32.6612°N, -85.3769°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Opelika

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 5 gauged

4 waterfalls near Opelika have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 93°F

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

Flowing best right now near Opelika

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 High Shoals Falls Barely Flowing · 84 cfs 1st percentile
  2. 2 Tallapoosa Falls (historical) Barely Flowing · 82 cfs 1st percentile
  3. 3 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 113 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Wetumpka Falls Barely Flowing · 1830 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Opelika (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 Opelika (2 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

All 5 Waterfalls Near Opelika

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

Tallapoosa Falls (historical)

20.5 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Shoals Falls waterfall

High Shoals Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft
Wetumpka Falls waterfall

Wetumpka Falls

7.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Opelika

Are there free waterfalls near Opelika?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Opelika?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Opelika?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Opelika, including Cascade Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Opelika?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Opelika, including Cascade Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Opelika?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Opelika?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Opelika have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Opelika?

The closest waterfall to Opelika is Great Falls, approximately 15.6 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Opelika, Alabama

Warm Springs

Warm Springs

40.4 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

40.6 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

45.5 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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