Waterfall Hikes Near Ridgeville, AL

155 residents
Chicago Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ridgeville? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ridgeville. 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 34.0569°N, -86.1029°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ridgeville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

6 of 18 waterfalls near Ridgeville are flowing strongly today

De Soto Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Ditto Falls Barely Flowing Ragsdale Falls Barely Flowing Welcome Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Low Rendalia Water Falls Low Griffin Falls Strong High Falls Strong Short Creek Falls Strong Swindell Falls Strong Noccalula Falls Moderate Piney Branch Falls Low Salt Creek Falls Moderate Seven Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 88°F

Wed 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best
Thu 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Ridgeville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 De Soto Falls Roaring · 20 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Little Falls Roaring · 20 cfs 94th percentile
  3. 3 Swindell Falls Strong · 17 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Short Creek Falls Strong · 17 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Strong · 17 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 Griffin Falls Strong · 17 cfs 88th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ridgeville (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 Ridgeville (11 waterfalls)

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

Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

49.7 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

All 18 Waterfalls Near Ridgeville

Noccalula Falls waterfall

Noccalula Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft
Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

49.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swindell Falls

36.2 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
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

45.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ragsdale Falls

26.9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Piney Branch Falls

44 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

6.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Welcome Falls

38.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Rendalia Water Falls

27.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ditto Falls

46.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

46.5 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Seven Falls

43.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ridgeville

Are there free waterfalls near Ridgeville?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Ridgeville, including Ditto Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ridgeville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ridgeville?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ridgeville, including De Soto Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ridgeville?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ridgeville, including De Soto Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ridgeville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ridgeville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Ridgeville?

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

Do any waterfalls near Ridgeville require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ridgeville?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Ridgeville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ridgeville?

The closest waterfall to Ridgeville is Noccalula Falls, approximately 4.2 miles away.

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