Waterfall Hikes Near Canaan, IN

130 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Canaan? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Canaan. 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 38.8661°N, -85.2996°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Canaan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

16 waterfalls near Canaan have live flow data today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 95°F

Wed 93°F Sunny
Thu 95°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Canaan

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Drennon Falls Moderate · 19900 cfs 54th percentile
  2. 2 Clifty Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 42nd percentile
  3. 3 Hoffman Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 42nd percentile
  4. 4 Little Clifty Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 42nd percentile
  5. 5 Wallace Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 42nd percentile
  6. 6 Tunnel Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Canaan (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 Canaan (10 waterfalls)

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

Little Clifty Falls waterfall

Little Clifty Falls

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

Tunnel Falls

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

Clifty Falls

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

Hoffman Falls

31 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallace Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

31 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Canaan

Little Clifty Falls waterfall

Little Clifty Falls

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

Tunnel Falls

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

Clifty Falls

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

Hoffman Falls

31 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallace Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

31 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deadman Falls waterfall CC

Deadman Falls

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

Crowe Falls

31.3 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Butler Falls

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

Fremont Falls

31.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chain Mill Falls

31.8 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harts Falls

33.2 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Drennon Falls

40.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Derbyshire Falls

44.4 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Canaan

Are there free waterfalls near Canaan?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Canaan, including Derbyshire Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Canaan?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Canaan?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Canaan, including Clifty Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Canaan?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Canaan, including Clifty Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Canaan?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Canaan?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Canaan has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Canaan?

The closest waterfall to Canaan is Little Clifty Falls, approximately 10.5 miles away.

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