Outdoors NearbyWaterfalls in Alabama
We list 22 named waterfalls in Alabama, with the most near Fort Payne (9), Blountsville (2) and Bear Creek (2).
Waterfall areas: near Fort Payne (9)
Near Fort Payne 9
- DeSoto Falls Directions
- Little River Falls Directions
- Azalea Cascade trailhead 0.9 mi Directions
- Grace's High Falls Directions
- Indian Falls trailhead 1 mi Directions
- Laurel Falls trailhead 0.7 mi Directions
- Little Falls Directions
- Lodge Falls trailhead 1.1 mi Directions
- Lost Falls trailhead 0.5 mi Directions
Near Blountsville 2
- Cornelius Falls Directions
- Mardis Mills Falls Directions
Near Bear Creek 2
- Factory Falls Directions
- Mill Falls Directions
Near Cleveland 2
- Nectar Falls seasonal Directions
- Powell Falls Directions
Near Double Springs 1
- Caney Creek Falls Directions
Near Mount Vernon 1
- Cedar Creek Falls Directions
Near Gadsden 1
- Noccalula Falls Directions
Near Pelham 1
- Peavine Falls Directions
Near Henagar 1
- Pisgah Gorge Falls #1 Directions
Near Talladega 1
- Rob Roy Falls Directions
Near Munford 1
- Salt Creek Falls Directions
From OpenStreetMap. Trails close for weather, fire or repairs, so check the land manager before you go. 20 smaller or less documented falls are listed with directions only.
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Waterfalls in other states
Frequently asked questions
Where are the best waterfalls in Alabama?
The most waterfalls in our data are near Fort Payne (9), Blountsville (2) and Bear Creek (2).
Do waterfalls in Alabama run all year?
1 of the 22 are marked as seasonal or intermittent, so they may be dry in late summer. Flow is usually best in spring and after rain.