Waterfall Hikes Near Bardstown, KY

13,564 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bardstown? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bardstown. 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 37.8175°N, -85.4550°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bardstown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Bardstown is flowing strongly today

Drennon Falls Moderate Falls of the Ohio Moderate The Big Falls Strong Stacy Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 94°F

Sat 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 93°F Sunny
Tue 94°F Sunny Best
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny
Fri 94°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Bardstown

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 The Big Falls Strong · 393 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Falls of the Ohio Moderate · 427 cfs 74th percentile
  3. 3 Drennon Falls Moderate · 13400 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Stacy Falls Barely Flowing · 17 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bardstown (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.

Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.6 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bardstown (3 waterfalls)

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

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

35.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Bardstown

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

35.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.6 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
Stacy Falls waterfall

Stacy Falls

32.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Drennon Falls

40.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bardstown

Are there free waterfalls near Bardstown?

There is 1 free waterfall near Bardstown, including Stacy Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bardstown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bardstown?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bardstown, including Falls of the Ohio.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bardstown?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bardstown, including Falls of the Ohio.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bardstown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bardstown is Drennon Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bardstown?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Bardstown has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bardstown?

The closest waterfall to Bardstown is The Big Falls, approximately 28.1 miles away.

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