Waterfall Hikes Near Brandenburg, KY

2,896 residents
New_York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Brandenburg? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Brandenburg. 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 37.9956°N, -86.1773°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Brandenburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Brandenburg have live flow data today

Falls of the Ohio Moderate The Big Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 87°F

Aft 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Sunny Best
Mon 90°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 75°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Brandenburg (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

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

Falls of the Ohio

33.1 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

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

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

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

45.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Brandenburg

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

45.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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

33.1 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Brandenburg

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Brandenburg?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Brandenburg?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Brandenburg?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Brandenburg?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Brandenburg?

The closest waterfall to Brandenburg is The Big Falls, approximately 11.1 miles away.

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