Waterfall Hikes Near Austin, IN

3,596 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Austin? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Austin. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 38.7417°N, -85.8117°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Austin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Austin have live flow data today

Butler Falls Barely Flowing Chain Mill Falls Barely Flowing Crowe Falls Barely Flowing Deadman Falls Barely Flowing Fremont Falls Barely Flowing Harts Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Clifty Falls Barely Flowing Hoffman Falls Barely Flowing Little Clifty Falls Barely Flowing Wallace Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Drennon Falls Moderate Falls of the Ohio Barely Flowing

Updated 41 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 68°F

Wed 72°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Thu 68°F Sunny Best
Fri 75°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Mon 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Austin (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Austin (9 waterfalls)

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

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

34.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wallace Falls waterfall

Wallace Falls

34.2 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Austin

Deadman Falls waterfall

Deadman Falls

34.8 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

34.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butler Falls waterfall

Butler Falls

35.2 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crowe Falls waterfall

Crowe Falls

35.2 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chain Mill Falls

35.7 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wallace Falls waterfall

Wallace Falls

34.2 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fremont Falls waterfall

Fremont Falls

35.8 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hoffman Falls waterfall

Hoffman Falls

34.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clifty Falls waterfall

Clifty Falls

33.7 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tunnel Falls waterfall

Tunnel Falls

34.3 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Clifty Falls waterfall

Little Clifty Falls

33.7 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harts Falls waterfall

Harts Falls

37.1 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

38.2 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

38.7 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

Drennon Falls

42.6 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Austin

Are there free waterfalls near Austin?

There is 1 free waterfall near Austin, including Fremont Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Austin?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Austin, including Falls of the Ohio.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Austin?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Austin, including Clifty Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Austin?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Austin, including Clifty Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Austin?

The shortest waterfall hike near Austin is Butler Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to Austin?

The closest waterfall to Austin is Deadman Falls, approximately 15.8 miles away.

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