Waterfall Hikes Near Lincoln, AL

6,968 residents
Chicago Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lincoln? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lincoln. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 33.5935°N, -86.1365°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lincoln

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

13 waterfalls near Lincoln have live flow data today

Great Falls Barely Flowing Rendalia Water Falls Barely Flowing Griffin Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Short Creek Falls Moderate Swindell Falls Moderate Noccalula Falls Moderate Peavine Falls Moderate Piney Branch Falls Barely Flowing Ragsdale Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 92°F

Tod 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 96°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 96°F Sunny
Lab 92°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 91°F Sunny
Wed 92°F Sunny Best
Thu 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lincoln

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Griffin Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 33rd percentile
  2. 2 High Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 33rd percentile
  3. 3 Short Creek Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 33rd percentile
  4. 4 Swindell Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 33rd percentile
  5. 5 Peavine Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 31st percentile
  6. 6 Noccalula Falls Moderate · 1160 cfs 28th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lincoln (1 waterfall)

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lincoln (8 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

Rendalia Water Falls

36.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

48.3 miles away
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 13 Waterfalls Near Lincoln

Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

38.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rendalia Water Falls

36.8 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

48.3 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

Village Falls

18.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Short Creek Falls waterfall

Short Creek Falls

45 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

Swindell Falls

33.6 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

9.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ragsdale Falls

22.5 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Piney Branch Falls

32.5 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lincoln

Are there free waterfalls near Lincoln?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Lincoln, including Griffin Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lincoln?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Lincoln, including Noccalula Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lincoln?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lincoln, including Great Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lincoln?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lincoln, including Great Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lincoln?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Lincoln, including High Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lincoln?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lincoln is Great Falls at 1.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lincoln?

The tallest waterfall near Lincoln is Noccalula Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lincoln?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Lincoln have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lincoln?

The closest waterfall to Lincoln is Salt Creek Falls, approximately 14.3 miles away.

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