Without a doubt, Alabama is a hiker’s dream! There are many types of hiking trails located throughout the Yellowhammer State, including several with waterfalls. Listed below, we’ve included the 10 best hiking trails in Alabama with waterfalls, according to AllTrails. You’ll want to hike them all.

1. Walls of Jericho Trail
Parking lot, Estillfork, AL 35745, USA
alltrails/Patricia Checinski
The Walls of Jericho Trail is a 9-mile out-and-back trail with a difficult rating. It's located near Scottsboro, Alabama and features a beautiful waterfall. Check out this link for a Walls of Jericho trail map.
2. Cave Creek Trail from Cheaha Trailhead
Cheaha Trailhead, AL-281, Delta, AL 36258, USA
alltrails/Andrew Acker
Alabama's Cave Creek Trail from Cheaha Trailhead is a 6.7-mile loop trail with a moderate rating. It's located near the town of Lineville and is mostly used for hiking, camping, and backpacking. Visit Cave Creek Trail on AllTrails for more information.
3. Sougahoagdee Falls
Lower Brushy Creek Takeout, Houston, AL 35572, USA
alltrails/Tanya Wallace
The trail to Sougahoagdee Falls is a 3.5-mile out-and-back trail that's easy enough for all skill levels. It's located near Houston, Alabama and features one of the state's most beautiful waterfalls. This scenic trail is also used often for hiking and nature trips. Check out Sougahoagdee Falls on AllTrails for a trail map.
4. Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve
Tuscumbia, AL 35674, USA
alltrails/Melissa Biffle
Alabama's Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve is located near the town of Tuscumbia and offers an 8.2-mile loop trail. This scenic trail has a moderate rating, is accessible year-round, and features a beautiful waterfall. Check out Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve on AllTrails for a trail map.
5. Chinnabee Silent Trail Parking Lot, AL-281, Lineville, AL 36266
Chinnabee Silent Trail Parking Lot, AL-281, Lineville, AL 36266, USA
alltrails/Kelli Kreager
The Chinnabee Silent Trail is a 7.3-mile out-and-back trail that's located near Lineville, Alabama. It has a moderate rating and features a lake and multiple waterfalls. Check out Chinnabee Silent Trail on all Trails for a trail map.

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6. Borden Creek Hiking Trail
County Road 60, Co Rd 60, Alabama 35553, USA
alltrails/Skye Banks
Alabama's Borden Creek Hiking Trail is a 4.9-mile out-and-back trail that's located near the town of Haleyville. It has a moderate rating and is accessible year-round. Check out Borden Creek Hiking Trail on AllTrails for a trail map.
7. Pin-Chin-Sky Loop Trail
Talladega Scenic Highway, Talladega Scenic Hwy, Alabama 36266, USA
alltrails/Scott Jackson
Alabama's Pin-Chin-Sky Loop Trail is a 19.3-mile loop trail that's located near the town of Ashland. It has a difficult rating and is mostly used for hiking, camping, and backpacking. Check out Pin-Chin-Sky Loop Trail on AllTrails for a trail map.
8. Alum Hollow Trail
35803, Huntsville, AL 35803, USA
alltrails/Kathryn Price
Alabama's Alum Hollow Trail is a 2.2-mile out-and-back trail that's located near the city of Huntsville. It's easy enough for all skill levels and is mostly used for hiking. Check out Alum Hollow Trail on AllTrails for a trail map.
9. Little River Canyon
Parking lot, AL-35, Gaylesville, AL 35973, USA
alltrails/Justin P
Alabama's Little River Canyon, which is located near the city of Fort Payne, offers a 1.7-mile loop trail that features one of the South's most beautiful waterfalls. This trail is easy enough for all skill levels. Check out Little River Canyon on Alltrails for a trail map.
10. Hurricane Creek Park Loop
Hurricane Creek Park, 7005 Old Birmingham Hwy, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404, USA
Taylor B / AllTrails
Alabama's Hurricane Creek Park Loop is a 2-mile loop trail with a moderate rating. It's located near the town of Vinemont and is mostly used for hiking, rock climbing, and fun nature trips. It's also accessible year-round. Check out Hurricane Creek Park on AllTrails for a trail map.

Have you ever hiked any of these 10 waterfall trails? If so, please share your experience(s) with us in the comments. Also, please share with us your favorite hiking spot in Alabama.

For more information about Alum Hollow Trail, be sure to take a look at the following article: Alum Hollow Trail In Alabama Will Lead You Straight To A Hidden Waterfall And Cave.

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What is a unique way to see some waterfalls in Alabama?

Alabama is full of caves, caverns and waterfalls, many of which make for incredible hikes. If you are eager to see quite a few of these, check out this road trip of waterfalls in Alabama that’s been created for your viewing pleasure. Along the way you will stop at places such as:

  • Moss Rock Preserve in Hoover sits on nearly 350 acres of natural beauty, including various cascading falls
  • Noccalula Falls in Gadsden is one of the best waterfalls in Alabama, with water falling 90 feet over Lookout Mountain Ledge
  • DeSoto Falls in Mentone has the popular opinion of being one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the South

 

What are some additional hiking trails in Alabama with waterfalls?

If you’re still looking to hit the trail and see some gorgeous water features on the way, here are a few more waterfall hikes in Alabama to consider:

  • Rainbow Falls in Dismals Canyon
  • Peavine Falls in Oak Mountain State Park
  • Caney Creek Falls in William B. Bankhead National Forest

For more information on these and more, check out this article on some of the best waterfall hikes in Alabama.

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