Waterfall Hikes Near Arab, AL

8,552 residents
Chicago Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Arab? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Arab. 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 34.3309°N, -86.4991°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Arab

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

20 waterfalls near Arab have live flow data today

Boone Falls Barely Flowing Butler Falls Barely Flowing Kinlock Falls Barely Flowing Parker Cascades Barely Flowing Parker Falls Barely Flowing De Soto Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Ditto Falls Barely Flowing Ragsdale Falls Barely Flowing Welcome Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Barely Flowing Griffin Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Short Creek Falls Moderate Swindell Falls Moderate Little River Falls Barely Flowing Noccalula Falls Moderate Piney Branch Falls Barely Flowing Quarter Creek Falls Low Seven Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 94°F

Tod 93°F Sunny
Sat 94°F Sunny Best
Sun 94°F Sunny
Lab 89°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Sunny
Wed 90°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Arab

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Swindell Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 33rd percentile
  2. 2 Short Creek Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 33rd percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 33rd percentile
  4. 4 Griffin Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 33rd percentile
  5. 5 Noccalula Falls Moderate · 1160 cfs 28th percentile
  6. 6 Boone Falls Low · 265 cfs 12th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Arab (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Arab (11 waterfalls)

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

Ditto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

45 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Arab

Ragsdale Falls

22.5 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

9.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Welcome Falls

31.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Ditto Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

45 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Piney Branch Falls

32.5 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Seven Falls

14 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

40.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

40.4 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swindell Falls

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

Noccalula Falls

24.6 miles away
Alabama
Easy
1.4 miles 150 ft
Little River Falls waterfall

Little River Falls

28.4 miles away
Alabama
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Boone Falls waterfall CC

Boone Falls

49.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Parker Cascades waterfall

Parker Cascades

33.7 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Parker Falls waterfall

Parker Falls

34 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kinlock Falls waterfall

Kinlock Falls

34.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butler Falls waterfall

Butler Falls

37 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

21.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
De Soto Falls waterfall

De Soto Falls

19.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Quarter Creek Falls

37.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Arab

Are there free waterfalls near Arab?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Arab, including Ditto Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Arab?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Arab?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Arab, including De Soto Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Arab?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Arab, including De Soto Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Arab?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Arab, including High Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Arab?

The shortest waterfall hike near Arab is Boone Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Arab?

The tallest waterfall near Arab is De Soto Falls at 104 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Arab?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Arab have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Arab?

The closest waterfall to Arab is Ragsdale Falls, approximately 4 miles away.

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