LiDAR terrain view · USGS 3DEP
Rendalia Water Falls
By Armen Suny · Last verified Oct 2026
LiDAR & 3D terrainBefore you go
We could not find a public trail or public land at this spot. Check access before you go, and do not cross private property.
About Rendalia Water Falls
Rendalia Water Falls is a USGS-named falls in rural Talladega County, about 1.4 miles southwest of the Rendalia community near Ragans Lane, beside a small stream called Pridgen Branch. It is not inside any known park or public land, and we found no trail, photos or published visitor information for it.
Trail & Hike Details
Frequently Asked Questions
🐶 Are Dogs Allowed at Rendalia Water Falls?
❌ Dogs are not allowed
Are There Any Fees or Permits Required?
🆖 No fees required
🏊 Is There Swimming at Rendalia Water Falls?
❌ Swimming is not allowed
When to Visit
Seasonal Access
The best time to visit is Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter.
Current Water Conditions
These readings come from the USGS gauge on Talladega Creek, 5.4 miles away, not on Rendalia Water Falls's own stream. Use them as a sign of whether the area is running wet or dry.
65 ft³/s
Current discharge — how much water is flowing
Lower than usual for this time of year
Based on 56 years of record
3.30 ft
Water depth at gauge
7-Day Discharge Trend
What does this mean for your visit?
Flow is lower than usual for this time of year.
About This Gauge
This gauge is on a nearby waterway and may not reflect exact conditions at the falls.
7-Day Flow Outlook
Based on the USGS gauge TALLADEGA CREEK AT ALPINE AL (9 km away).
Today
Low
65 cfs
6/10Tomorrow
Low
68 cfs
6/10Fri
Low
64 cfs
6/10Sat
Low
64 cfs
6/10Sun
Low
67 cfs
6/10Mon
Low
74 cfs
4/10Tue
Low
80 cfs
6/10Best window: Today — low flow, sunny (trip score 6/10).
Best time of year: this gauge typically runs highest from early February to late April, peaking in March.
How we calculate this
This is a transparent outlook, not a precise forecast. We take the waterfall's current flow strength (how it ranks against its historical normal for today, from the nearest USGS stream gauge), carry that ranking forward along the gauge's seasonal curve, and nudge it for forecast rain. Confidence is highest for the next day or two and falls further out. Always check official conditions and your own judgment before visiting — high flows can be dangerous.
Know when to go.
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Is Rendalia Water Falls Frozen?
Updated about 10 hours agoNot frozen highs above freezing lately
Rendalia Water Falls is not frozen right now; highs have been above freezing. Yesterday ran 74°F to 44°F.
- Days below freezing
- 0 of the last 14
- Current cold streak
- 0 days
- Freezing days ahead
- 0 of the next 7
- Flow
- 65 ft³/s
Winter safety. Frozen falls are the one waterfall trip with a documented injury pattern: falling ice, and ice-glazed rock and trail. Wear microspikes, keep well back from the base and from overhangs, and never walk out on ice over moving water.
Estimate from Open-Meteo daily temperatures at the falls, the LiDAR-measured facing direction, and the nearest stream gauge. It is a likelihood, not a report from the trail.
Weather Forecast
The Terrain, Seen by LiDAR
Aircraft-mounted lasers measured this ground to within inches. Trees and buildings are digitally stripped away, leaving the bare shape of the land the water has carved.
Drag to compare. The dot marks the waterfall. The frame is about a mile across.
Elevation data: USGS 3D Elevation Program. Aerial imagery: USGS The National Map. Public domain.
Location & Access
Elevation
528 feet above sea level
Coordinates
33.301501° N, -86.171362° W
Visitor Tips & Gear
Where to Stay
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Nearby Campground
Turnipseed Campground
21.5 miles away · 0 sites
Enjoy nature at its best especially during the fall when mother nature dazzles you with an array of vibrant colors. This primitive camp is located near the Cheaha Wilderness Area and offers camping and hiking. Turnipseed Camp has sanitary facilities.
Book on Recreation.govAdditional Information
Wildlife
Visitors may encounter birds, squirrels, and other small wildlife in the area. Be cautious and respectful of the natural habitat.
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