Waterfall Hikes Near Buffalo, KY

565 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Buffalo? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Buffalo. 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 37.5081°N, -85.6992°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Buffalo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Buffalo have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 95°F

Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny Best
Fri 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Buffalo

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Stacy Falls Moderate · 255 cfs 48th percentile
  2. 2 Falls of the Ohio Moderate · 375 cfs 38th percentile
  3. 3 The Big Falls Moderate · 125 cfs 27th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Buffalo (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 Buffalo (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 Buffalo

Stacy Falls waterfall

Stacy Falls

32.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
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

Irvine Fall

48.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Buffalo

Are there free waterfalls near Buffalo?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Buffalo?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Buffalo?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Buffalo?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Buffalo?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Buffalo?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Buffalo have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Buffalo?

The closest waterfall to Buffalo is Stacy Falls, approximately 32.7 miles away.

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