Alabama boasts many waterfalls, especially within the Bankhead National Forest. In fact, this area is known as the “Land of 1,000 Waterfalls” because of its high volume of waterfalls. One of the forest’s waterfalls, which has been compared to a miniature Niagara Falls, is Turkey Foot Falls. For information about this miniature Niagara Falls in Alabama, take a look below.

Turkey Foot Falls is tucked away in the Bankhead National Forest near the Sipsey River Picnic Area in Double Springs, Alabama.
Sipsey River Picnic Area, Winston County Rd 23, Double Springs, AL 35553, USA
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It can be accessed from County Road 6 (Cranal Road). From there it can be reached via the Turkey Foot Falls and Mize Mill Falls Trail, which offers a moderate level of difficulty. This 1.2-mile, out-and-back trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and jogging.
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The moment you reach Turkey Foot Falls, which drops about 20 feet into a pool of water, you'll be in awe of its natural scenic beauty.
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Much like Niagara Falls, but of course on a much smaller scale, Turkey Foot Falls is an overhang waterfall.
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It's also one of Alabama's most beautiful hidden waterfalls.
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Keep in mind, the best time to hike to Turkey Foot Falls, like most other waterfalls, is following a heavy rainfall. There will be much more water at this time, and its flow will also be a lot stronger.
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So, the next time you're in the mood for a short and rewarding hike, and you're not far from the Sipsey Wilderness Picnic Area in Double Springs, consider hiking the Turkey Foot Falls and Mize Mill Falls Trail. You'll love it!
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Have you ever hiked to North Alabama’s Turkey Foot Falls? If so, what did you think of the waterfall the moment you reached it? Please feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments below.

If you want to keep enjoying nature in the state, learn more about Alabama’s Sipsey Wilderness here.

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Bankhead National Forest, 1070 AL-33, Double Springs, AL 35553, USA