Waterfall Hikes Near Boston, KY

215 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Boston? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Boston. 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 37.7837°N, -85.6804°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Boston

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Boston have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Mon 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Boston

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 The Big Falls Moderate · 48 cfs 69th percentile
  2. 2 Falls of the Ohio Moderate · 18 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Stacy Falls Barely Flowing · 17 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Boston (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

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

Falls of the Ohio

41.9 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

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

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

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

37.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Boston

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

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

Falls of the Ohio

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

Falls of the Ohio

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

Stacy Falls

45.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Boston

Are there free waterfalls near Boston?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Boston?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Boston?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Boston?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Boston?

The shortest waterfall hike near Boston is Falls of the Ohio at 1.2 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Boston?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Boston has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Boston?

The closest waterfall to Boston is The Big Falls, approximately 20.3 miles away.

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