Waterfall Hikes Near Edwardsville, AL

225 residents
Chicago Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Edwardsville? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Edwardsville. 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 33.8409°N, -85.4523°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Edwardsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near Edwardsville have live flow data today

De Soto Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Griffin Falls Moderate Swindell Falls Moderate High Shoals Falls Barely Flowing Hightower Falls Barely Flowing Little River Falls Barely Flowing Noccalula Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 95°F Sunny
Sat 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 96°F Sunny
Lab 90°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 90°F Sunny Best
Wed 92°F Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Edwardsville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Noccalula Falls Moderate · 1440 cfs 38th percentile
  2. 2 Griffin Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 33rd percentile
  3. 3 Swindell Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 33rd percentile
  4. 4 Hightower Falls Barely Flowing · 8 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Salt Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 45 cfs 2nd percentile
  6. 6 De Soto Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Edwardsville (3 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

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
High Shoals Falls waterfall

High Shoals Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Edwardsville (6 waterfalls)

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

Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

38.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Edwardsville

Hightower Falls waterfall CC

Hightower Falls

46.2 miles away
Georgia
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
High Shoals Falls waterfall

High Shoals Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

38.3 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

Swindell Falls

33.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Griffin Falls

40.4 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Edwardsville

Are there free waterfalls near Edwardsville?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Edwardsville?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Edwardsville, including High Shoals Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Edwardsville?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Edwardsville, including De Soto Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Edwardsville?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Edwardsville, including De Soto Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Edwardsville?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Edwardsville, including Little River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Edwardsville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Edwardsville is De Soto Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Edwardsville?

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

Do any waterfalls near Edwardsville require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Edwardsville requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Edwardsville?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Edwardsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Edwardsville?

The closest waterfall to Edwardsville is Hightower Falls, approximately 17.6 miles away.

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