Waterfall Hikes Near Snead, AL

1,227 residents
Chicago Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Snead? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Snead. 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 34.1162°N, -86.3902°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Snead

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

12 waterfalls near Snead have live flow data today

Ditto Falls Barely Flowing Ragsdale Falls Barely Flowing Welcome Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Barely Flowing Griffin Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Short Creek Falls Barely Flowing Swindell Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Barely Flowing Noccalula Falls Low Piney Branch Falls Barely Flowing Seven Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 44 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

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Flowing best right now near Snead

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Noccalula Falls Low · 692 cfs 17th percentile
  2. 2 Ditto Falls Barely Flowing · 8 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Griffin Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Little River Falls Barely Flowing · 19 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Piney Branch Falls Barely Flowing · 188 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Snead (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 Snead (7 waterfalls)

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

Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

28 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Snead

Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

37.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ragsdale Falls

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

Short Creek Falls

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

Noccalula Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft

Welcome Falls

40 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Piney Branch Falls

25.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ditto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swindell Falls

19 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

Seven Falls

38.9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Snead

Are there free waterfalls near Snead?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Snead, including Ditto Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Snead?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Snead?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Snead, including Ditto Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Snead?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Snead, including Ditto Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Snead?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Snead?

The shortest waterfall hike near Snead is Ditto Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Snead?

The tallest waterfall near Snead is Noccalula Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Snead?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Snead has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Snead?

The closest waterfall to Snead is Thompson Falls, approximately 11 miles away.

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