Waterfall Hikes Near Scottsboro, AL

15,543 residents
Chicago Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Scottsboro? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Scottsboro. 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 34.6438°N, -86.0491°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Scottsboro

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 36 gauged

2 of 36 waterfalls near Scottsboro are flowing strongly today

Baker Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Bluehole Falls Moderate Bosworth Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Copperas Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Machine Falls Moderate Ovoca Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rutledge Falls Moderate Boone Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Deer Lick Falls Moderate Jumpoff Falls Moderate Monteagle Falls Moderate De Soto Falls Low High Falls Low Little Falls Low Ditto Falls Barely Flowing Ragsdale Falls Barely Flowing Welcome Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Barely Flowing Foster Falls Strong Griffin Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Short Creek Falls Barely Flowing Swindell Falls Barely Flowing Keown Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Little Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Moderate Lula Falls Moderate Noccalula Falls Moderate Piney Branch Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 94°F

Tod 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 96°F Sunny
Sun 97°F Sunny
Mon 98°F Sunny
Tue 94°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Wed 94°F Sunny Best
Thu 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Scottsboro

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Foster Falls Strong · 283 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Boone Falls Strong · 1400 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Keown Falls Moderate · 1990 cfs 72nd percentile
  4. 4 Laurel Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 66th percentile
  5. 5 Little River Falls Moderate · 91 cfs 62nd percentile
  6. 6 Monteagle Falls Moderate · 39 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Scottsboro (6 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Scottsboro (21 waterfalls)

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

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

4.7 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

11.9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Scottsboro

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Piney Branch Falls

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

Short Creek Falls

4.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swindell Falls

18.1 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
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Ragsdale Falls

18.7 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

Jumpoff Falls

5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

44 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Monteagle Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

24.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Deer Lick Falls

28 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Rutledge Falls waterfall

Rutledge Falls

3.3 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Scottsboro

Are there free waterfalls near Scottsboro?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Scottsboro, including Baker Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Scottsboro?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Scottsboro, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Scottsboro?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Scottsboro, including Baker Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Scottsboro?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Scottsboro, including Bluehole Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Scottsboro?

There are 7 waterfalls that allow swimming near Scottsboro, including Bluehole Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Scottsboro?

The shortest waterfall hike near Scottsboro is Baker Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Scottsboro?

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

Do any waterfalls near Scottsboro require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Scottsboro?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Scottsboro have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Scottsboro?

The closest waterfall to Scottsboro is High Falls, approximately 12.7 miles away.

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