Waterfall Hikes Near Rainsville, AL

5,545 residents
Chicago Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rainsville? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rainsville. 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 34.4938°N, -85.8436°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rainsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 24 gauged

24 waterfalls near Rainsville have live flow data today

Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Deer Lick Falls Barely Flowing Jumpoff Falls Barely Flowing Monteagle Falls Barely Flowing De Soto Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Ditto Falls Barely Flowing Ragsdale Falls Barely Flowing Welcome Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Barely Flowing Griffin Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Short Creek Falls Barely Flowing Swindell Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Barely Flowing Laurel Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Barely Flowing Lula Falls Barely Flowing Noccalula Falls Moderate Piney Branch Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 75°F

Fri 75°F Sunny Best
Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 84°F Sunny
Mon 86°F Sunny
Tue 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 83°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rainsville (5 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.

Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

34.6 miles away
Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rainsville (15 waterfalls)

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

De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

43.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

16.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Rainsville

Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

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

De Soto Falls

43.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

34.6 miles away
Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

16.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swindell Falls

33.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Piney Branch Falls

26.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

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

High Falls

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

Little Falls

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

Noccalula Falls

7.7 miles away
Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft

Ditto Falls

40.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ragsdale Falls

16.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Jumpoff Falls

18.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

30.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

40 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

19 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Monteagle Falls

20 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

12.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Deer Lick Falls

33.2 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rainsville

Are there free waterfalls near Rainsville?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Rainsville, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rainsville?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Rainsville, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rainsville?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rainsville, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rainsville?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rainsville, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Rainsville?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Rainsville, including Foster Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rainsville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rainsville is Bridal Veil Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Rainsville?

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

Do any waterfalls near Rainsville require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rainsville?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Rainsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rainsville?

The closest waterfall to Rainsville is Little Falls, approximately 11.1 miles away.

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