Waterfall Hikes Near Sylacauga, AL

12,465 residents
Chicago Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Sylacauga quarries marble, and the same ridges that hold the stone hold falling water. Ten falls come up within fifty miles. Peavine Falls, over at Oak Mountain State Park, drops twenty feet after 1.6 miles of trail and 200 feet of climb. The easy options stack up from there: Great Falls and Rendalia Water Falls at half a mile each, Salt Creek and High Shoals at a mile and a half, every one open to dogs.

Located at 33.1780°N, -86.2605°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sylacauga

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

10 waterfalls near Sylacauga have live flow data today

Great Falls Barely Flowing Rendalia Water Falls Barely Flowing High Shoals Falls Barely Flowing Peavine Falls Moderate Wetumpka Falls Moderate Tallapoosa Falls (historical) Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 93°F

Tod 96°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 94°F Sunny
Tue 92°F Sunny
Wed 93°F Sunny Best
Thu 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Sylacauga

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Tallapoosa Falls (historical) Moderate · 42 cfs 34th percentile
  2. 2 Wetumpka Falls Moderate · 2550 cfs 32nd percentile
  3. 3 Peavine Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 31st percentile
  4. 4 Davis Falls Low · 41 cfs 23rd percentile
  5. 5 Weaver Falls Low · 41 cfs 23rd percentile
  6. 6 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 76 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sylacauga (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sylacauga (5 waterfalls)

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

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
Peavine Falls waterfall

Peavine Falls

42.5 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

38.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Sylacauga

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
Peavine Falls waterfall

Peavine Falls

42.5 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
Davis Falls waterfall

Davis Falls

Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

38.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Weaver Falls

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

Wetumpka Falls

33.4 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Shoals Falls waterfall

High Shoals Falls

Alabama
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Tallapoosa Falls (historical) waterfall

Tallapoosa Falls (historical)

47.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Village Falls

18.3 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sylacauga

Are there free waterfalls near Sylacauga?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Sylacauga, including High Shoals Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sylacauga?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Sylacauga, including High Shoals Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sylacauga?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sylacauga, including Great Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sylacauga?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sylacauga, including Great Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sylacauga?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sylacauga is Davis Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sylacauga?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sylacauga?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Sylacauga have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sylacauga?

The closest waterfall to Sylacauga is Rendalia Water Falls, approximately 9.8 miles away.

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