Waterfall Hikes Near Tuscaloosa, AL

164,414 residents
Chicago Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Five falls turn up within range of Tuscaloosa, and the data on most runs thin. Peavine Falls carries the only full numbers, a twenty-footer at Oak Mountain State Park roughly an hour east, with 1.6 miles of trail, 200 feet of climb, and dogs allowed. University Falls survives mainly as a historical name. Davis Falls and two others list without details, so treat those as exploring days.

Located at 33.2348°N, -87.5268°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Tuscaloosa

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Tuscaloosa have live flow data today

Davis Falls Low Weaver Falls Low Peavine Falls Barely Flowing Village Falls Barely Flowing University Falls (historical) Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 100°F

Sun 100°F Sunny Best
Mon 101°F Sunny
Tue 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 98°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 96°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 95°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Tuscaloosa

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 University Falls (historical) Moderate · 1690 cfs 52nd percentile
  2. 2 Davis Falls Low · 49 cfs 22nd percentile
  3. 3 Weaver Falls Low · 49 cfs 22nd percentile
  4. 4 Village Falls Barely Flowing · 104 cfs 8th percentile
  5. 5 Peavine Falls Barely Flowing · 12 cfs 2nd percentile

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Tuscaloosa hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Tuscaloosa

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Tuscaloosa (1 waterfall)

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

Peavine Falls waterfall

Peavine Falls

Alabama
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Tuscaloosa

University Falls (historical) waterfall

University Falls (historical)

40.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Weaver Falls

22.9 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Davis Falls waterfall

Davis Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Peavine Falls waterfall

Peavine Falls

Alabama
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

Village Falls

0.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Tuscaloosa

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Tuscaloosa?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Tuscaloosa, including Peavine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Tuscaloosa?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Tuscaloosa, including Peavine Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Tuscaloosa?

The shortest waterfall hike near Tuscaloosa is Davis Falls at 1.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Tuscaloosa?

The tallest waterfall near Tuscaloosa is Peavine Falls at 20 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Tuscaloosa?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Tuscaloosa have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Tuscaloosa?

The closest waterfall to Tuscaloosa is University Falls (historical), approximately 1.8 miles away.

Waterfall Hikes Near Tuscaloosa, AL Pinterest Guide

Pin This Guide

Save this Tuscaloosa waterfall guide to your Pinterest board for your next adventure.

Pin It

🏙️ Other Cities Near Tuscaloosa With Waterfalls

Northport, AL
30,714 residents
McCalla, AL
14,509 residents
Helena, AL
21,036 residents
Bessemer, AL
25,890 residents
Alabaster, AL
33,417 residents
Hueytown, AL
16,655 residents
Pelham, AL
24,221 residents
Hoover, AL
91,995 residents
Calera, AL
16,644 residents
Jasper, AL
14,453 residents
Homewood, AL
27,557 residents
Chelsea, AL
15,201 residents

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

← → walk · Esc to stop