Waterfall Hikes Near Cardiff, AL

26 residents
Chicago Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cardiff? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cardiff. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 33.6473°N, -86.9308°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cardiff

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

8 waterfalls near Cardiff have live flow data today

Davis Falls Moderate Weaver Falls Moderate Peavine Falls Barely Flowing Rendalia Water Falls Barely Flowing Seven Falls Barely Flowing Welcome Falls Barely Flowing Village Falls Barely Flowing University Falls (historical) Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 97°F

Aft 95°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 97°F Sunny Best
Lab 94°F Sunny
Tue 91°F Sunny
Wed 92°F Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Cardiff

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Davis Falls Moderate · 45 cfs 63rd percentile
  2. 2 Weaver Falls Moderate · 45 cfs 63rd percentile
  3. 3 University Falls (historical) Moderate · 339 cfs 31st percentile
  4. 4 Peavine Falls Barely Flowing · 4 cfs 7th percentile
  5. 5 Rendalia Water Falls Barely Flowing · 76 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Welcome Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 1st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cardiff (3 waterfalls)

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

Peavine Falls waterfall

Peavine Falls

42.5 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

Seven Falls

14 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Cardiff

Village Falls

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

Peavine Falls

42.5 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

Weaver Falls

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

Davis Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Seven Falls

14 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Welcome Falls

31.1 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
University Falls (historical) waterfall

University Falls (historical)

31 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rendalia Water Falls

36.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cardiff

Are there free waterfalls near Cardiff?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Cardiff, including Rendalia Water Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cardiff?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cardiff, including Peavine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cardiff?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cardiff, including Peavine Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cardiff?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Cardiff?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cardiff?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Cardiff have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cardiff?

The closest waterfall to Cardiff is Village Falls, approximately 6.1 miles away.

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