Grace's High Falls: Alabama's Seasonal Cascade
Witness Alabama's tallest seasonal waterfall from a scenic overlook in Little River Canyon National Preserve. Best viewed in winter and spring.
Grace's High Falls, nestled within Little River Canyon National Preserve, is a seasonal waterfall renowned as one of Alabama's tallest. This 133-foot cascade is best viewed during the wetter months when rainfall transforms it into a stunning spectacle.
A brief summary to Graces High Falls
- 12035 AL-176, Fort Payne, Alabama, 35967, US
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit during the winter or spring for the best chance to see the falls flowing.
- Check the weather forecast before your visit; recent rainfall greatly increases the chances of seeing the falls.
- Bring binoculars for a closer view of the falls from the overlook.
- Combine your visit with other attractions in Little River Canyon National Preserve for a full day of exploration.
Getting There
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Driving
Grace's High Falls is best accessed via Canyon Rim Drive (AL-176), off of AL Highway 35. From Fort Payne, take AL-35 East. Turn onto AL-176 and follow the signs for Canyon Rim Drive. The overlook for Grace's High Falls is well-marked along the drive. Parking is available at the overlook. Note that cellular service can be unreliable in the canyon.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Little River Falls Bridge Overlook
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Fort Payne Opera House
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Fort Payne Hosiery Museum
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Willstown Mission Cemetery
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Cherokee Rock Village
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Council Bluff School
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Brow Park
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DeKalb County Public Lake
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Tigers For Tomorrow Wild Animal Preserve, Inc.
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James H. "Sloppy" Floyd State Park
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Unmissable attractions to see
Eberhart Point Overlook
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Crow Point Overlook
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Wolf Creek Overlook
1.6 km
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Canyon View Overlook
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Little River Canyon
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Greg's Two Falls
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Congo Nature Preserve (Park Office and Visitors Center)
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Powell Trail - Little River Canyon
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Mushroom Rock
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Lynn Overlook
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Little River Canyon Center
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Little River Canyon Kayak Put In
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Little River Falls Overlook
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Little Falls
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Little River Falls Observation Deck
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Essential places to dine
Little Caesars Pizza
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Jefferson's
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Santa Fe Cattle Company
11.1 km
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Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
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Barone's Pizza and Arcade
12.0 km
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Krystal
12.2 km
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Jack's
12.3 km
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Wingstop
12.4 km
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Arby's
12.4 km
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Pizza Hut
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Subway
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Mountain Parkway Grill
17.5 km
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Jake's On The Lake
19.1 km
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Smorgasbord at The Cove
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Walk Hard BBQ
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Rim of the Canyon Cafe & Grocery
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Hammers Department Store
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Gaming Etc.
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Harton Nursery & Grocery Center
14.1 km
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Global Electronics
15.1 km
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The Rock
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Donna’s bargain center
16.4 km
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Weiss Mart Marina
16.9 km
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Kellz Designz
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Maria's Furniture
17.1 km
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Piggly Wiggly
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Country Store
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The Secret Bed and Breakfast Lodge
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Missy's Fort Crowe Fireworks
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Rise Boutique
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Little River Marina & Lodge
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Canyon Drive Burger Shack
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Black's Karaoke
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KT Pho Asian Restaurant - Cedar Bluff, AL
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The Big Chill
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La Cabaña
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The Burger Shack
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WEISS LAKE MOTEL
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Tony's Pizza & Subs
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The Cove at Riverside RV Park & Campground
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La Marina
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Whistle Stop Cafe'
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Guppy's Seafood
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StateLine Tavern & Grill
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Kloe’s
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Nightclubs & after hour spots
Tut Hookah Lounge
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Jazmin's Grill and Cantina, LLC
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Gadsden Shrine Club
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Shaneyfelts Place
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The Gentlemans Club
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Cabana's Night Club & Event Center
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83.0 km
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Wiseguy Lounge
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