Waterfall Hikes Near Section, AL

828 residents
Chicago Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Section? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Section. 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 34.5816°N, -85.9849°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Section

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 24 gauged

1 of 24 waterfalls near Section is flowing strongly 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 Strong Piney Branch Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 92°F

Wed 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Thu 93°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 91°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Section

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Noccalula Falls Strong · 8030 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Swindell Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 4th percentile
  3. 3 Short Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Griffin Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Keown Falls Barely Flowing · 687 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Section (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Section (15 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

Griffin Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Section

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Piney Branch Falls

25.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swindell Falls

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

De Soto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little 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
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Noccalula Falls waterfall

Noccalula Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft

Ditto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ragsdale Falls

1.5 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

37.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Jumpoff Falls

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

Cascade Falls

6.6 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Keown Falls waterfall

Keown Falls

33.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
1.8 miles 400 ft

Monteagle Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

42 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Welcome Falls

40 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Section

Are there free waterfalls near Section?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Section?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Section?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Section?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Section?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Section?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Section?

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

Do any waterfalls near Section require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Section?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Section have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Section?

The closest waterfall to Section is High Falls, approximately 12.4 miles away.

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