Waterfall Hikes Near Sheffield, AL

9,330 residents
Chicago Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sheffield? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sheffield. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.7570°N, -87.6977°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sheffield

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near Sheffield have live flow data today

Butler Falls Low Kinlock Falls Low Parker Cascades Low Parker Falls Low Copperas Falls Barely Flowing Georgia Falls Barely Flowing Quarter Creek Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing The Fall Off Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 94°F

Mon 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 94°F Sunny Best
Wed 97°F Sunny
Thu 94°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Sheffield

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Quarter Creek Falls Moderate · 168 cfs 65th percentile
  2. 2 Butler Falls Low · 19 cfs 10th percentile
  3. 3 Kinlock Falls Low · 19 cfs 10th percentile
  4. 4 Parker Cascades Low · 19 cfs 10th percentile
  5. 5 Parker Falls Low · 19 cfs 10th percentile
  6. 6 Copperas Falls Barely Flowing · 90 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sheffield (4 waterfalls)

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

Quarter Creek Falls

28.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kinlock Falls waterfall

Kinlock Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Sheffield

Georgia Falls waterfall

Georgia Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Fall Off waterfall

The Fall Off

20.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Quarter Creek Falls

28.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butler Falls waterfall

Butler Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kinlock Falls waterfall

Kinlock Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Parker Cascades waterfall

Parker Cascades

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Parker Falls waterfall

Parker Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

29.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Copperas Falls

33.1 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sheffield

Are there free waterfalls near Sheffield?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Sheffield, including Copperas Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sheffield?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sheffield, including Copperas Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sheffield?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sheffield, including Copperas Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sheffield?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Sheffield, including Kinlock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sheffield?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sheffield is Butler Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sheffield?

The tallest waterfall near Sheffield is Rainbow Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sheffield?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Sheffield have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sheffield?

The closest waterfall to Sheffield is Georgia Falls, approximately 4.8 miles away.

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