Lodge Falls drops about 25 feet into a ravine just behind the DeSoto State Park lodge, reached by a short route that links to the Yellow Trail. Flow changes with the weather and the season, so confirm conditions and access with the managing agency before you go.
Details
- County: DeKalb
- Type of place: Waterfall
- Height: About 25 feet
- Type: Rain-fed drop in a ravine
- Getting there: Short walk from the lodge area; connects to the Yellow Trail
- Best time: After rain
- Access: Public, inside a state park. Park rules and fees apply
- Managed by: Alabama State Parks
Find it
Part of DeSoto State Park in DeKalb County. Use that page for directions, hours and the map.
Source: Alabama State Parks (https://www.alapark.com/parks/desoto-state-park/waterfalls). Heights and distances vary between sources. Last checked Nov. 11, 2026.
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Questions about Lodge Falls at DeSoto State Park
AboutWhat is Lodge Falls at DeSoto State Park?
Lodge Falls drops about 25 feet into a ravine just behind the DeSoto State Park lodge, reached by a short route that links to the Yellow Trail.
Getting thereWhere is Lodge Falls at DeSoto State Park?
Lodge Falls at DeSoto State Park is in DeKalb County, Alabama.
Getting there: Short walk from the lodge area; connects to the Yellow Trail.
Things to doWhat can you do at Lodge Falls at DeSoto State Park?
Lodge Falls at DeSoto State Park is listed for photography, walking and waterfalls. Each activity links to more places across North Alabama.
AboutHow tall is Lodge Falls at DeSoto State Park?
Lodge Falls at DeSoto State Park is listed at About 25 feet. Flow depends on recent rainfall, so it can look much smaller in dry weather.
Before you goIs Lodge Falls at DeSoto State Park open to the public, and who manages it?
Access is listed as “Public, inside a state park. Park rules and fees apply”. Lodge Falls at DeSoto State Park is managed by Alabama State Parks.
Rules, hours and closures are set by the manager and can change, so confirm before you go.
Before you goWhen is the best time to visit Lodge Falls at DeSoto State Park?
The listed best time is After rain.
Weather, water levels and closures change from year to year, so check conditions before you go.
Things to doWhen does Lodge Falls at DeSoto State Park flow best?
Lodge Falls at DeSoto State Park is listed as a waterfall. Flow depends on recent rainfall and can be a trickle in dry spells, and wet rock is slippery, so go after rain and watch your footing.
Before you goHow do you check conditions and closures at Lodge Falls at DeSoto State Park?
Contact Alabama State Parks for current conditions, closures and rules.
This page lists public information. It does not replace posted signs or the manager's notices. Hours, fees, permits and closures change, so confirm with the managing agency before you go.
TrustHow accurate is this listing for Lodge Falls at DeSoto State Park?
Source: Alabama State Parks (https://www.alapark.com/parks/desoto-state-park/waterfalls). Heights and distances vary between sources. Last checked Nov. 11, 2026.
This page was last updated on November 11, 2026.