Waterfall Hikes Near Waldo, AL

294 residents
Chicago Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Waldo? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Waldo. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 33.3892°N, -86.0360°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Waldo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

2 of 12 waterfalls near Waldo are flowing strongly today

Davis Falls Barely Flowing Griffin Falls Low Swindell Falls Low High Shoals Falls Strong Noccalula Falls Moderate Peavine Falls Moderate Salt Creek Falls Moderate Wetumpka Falls Moderate Village Falls Moderate Tallapoosa Falls (historical) Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 95°F

Thu 93°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 94°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 95°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 96°F Sunny
Tue 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Waldo

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 High Shoals Falls Strong · 229 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Noccalula Falls Moderate · 6860 cfs 65th percentile
  3. 3 Village Falls Moderate · 172 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Wetumpka Falls Moderate · 2560 cfs 50th percentile
  5. 5 Tallapoosa Falls (historical) Moderate · 66 cfs 48th percentile
  6. 6 Peavine Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 39th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Waldo (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
High Shoals Falls waterfall

High Shoals Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Waldo (7 waterfalls)

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

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rendalia Water Falls

46.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

47.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Peavine Falls waterfall

Peavine Falls

Alabama
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Waldo

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rendalia Water Falls

46.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

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

Noccalula Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft
Peavine Falls waterfall

Peavine Falls

Alabama
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
High Shoals Falls waterfall

High Shoals Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

Swindell Falls

18.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Village Falls

0.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tallapoosa Falls (historical) waterfall

Tallapoosa Falls (historical)

38.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wetumpka Falls waterfall

Wetumpka Falls

42.4 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Davis Falls waterfall

Davis Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Waldo

Are there free waterfalls near Waldo?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Waldo, including Griffin Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Waldo?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Waldo, including High Shoals Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Waldo?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Waldo, including Great Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Waldo?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Waldo, including Great Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Waldo?

The shortest waterfall hike near Waldo is Davis Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Waldo?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Waldo?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Waldo have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Waldo?

The closest waterfall to Waldo is Great Falls, approximately 7.5 miles away.

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