Waterfall Hikes Near Piedmont, AL

4,761 residents
Chicago Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Piedmont? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Piedmont. 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 33.9269°N, -85.6149°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Piedmont

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

1 of 11 waterfalls near Piedmont is flowing strongly today

De Soto Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Griffin Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Short Creek Falls Barely Flowing Swindell Falls Barely Flowing High Shoals Falls Barely Flowing Hightower Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Barely Flowing Noccalula Falls Strong Salt Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 96°F

Wed 97°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 98°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 96°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 93°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 91°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Piedmont

Updated 33 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Noccalula Falls Strong · 8030 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Griffin Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 4th percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Short Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Swindell Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 De Soto Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Piedmont (3 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
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Piedmont (8 waterfalls)

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

Griffin Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Piedmont

Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

38.9 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Noccalula Falls waterfall

Noccalula Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swindell Falls

19 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

49.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

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

High Shoals Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Piedmont

Are there free waterfalls near Piedmont?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Piedmont, including Griffin Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Piedmont?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Piedmont, including High Shoals Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Piedmont?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Piedmont, including De Soto Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Piedmont?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Piedmont, including De Soto Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Piedmont?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Piedmont?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Piedmont?

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

Do any waterfalls near Piedmont require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Piedmont requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Piedmont?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Piedmont have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Piedmont?

The closest waterfall to Piedmont is Hightower Falls, approximately 20.3 miles away.

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