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

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 77°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 75°F Sunny
Sat 68°F Sunny
Sun 69°F Patchy Frost then Sunny
Mon 70°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 71°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Sylacauga

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Davis Falls Roaring · 47 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 High Shoals Falls Roaring · 80 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Salt Creek Falls Roaring · 47 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Weaver Falls Roaring · 47 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Peavine Falls Roaring · 46 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Village Falls Roaring · 414 cfs 96th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sylacauga (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.

13.8 miles away
Alabama
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
30.9 miles away
Alabama
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown

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

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

27.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Sylacauga

9.8 miles away
Alabama
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13.8 miles away
Alabama
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
27.2 miles away
Alabama
Moderate
1.6 miles 200 ft
29.9 miles away
Alabama
Unknown
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30.9 miles away
Alabama
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Weaver Falls in Alabama, about 75 feet of drop LiDAR
31.1 miles away
Alabama
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33.4 miles away
Alabama
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42.1 miles away
Alabama
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47.2 miles away
Alabama
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48.5 miles away
Alabama
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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 are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Sylacauga, including Great Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sylacauga?

There are 3 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 Great Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sylacauga?

The tallest waterfall near Sylacauga is Peavine Falls at 65 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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