Waterfall Hikes Near Carthage, IN

754 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Carthage? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Carthage. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.7366°N, -85.5715°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Carthage

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Carthage have live flow data today

Derbyshire Falls Barely Flowing Elkhorn Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 94°F

Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 94°F Sunny Best
Fri 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Carthage

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Derbyshire Falls Barely Flowing · 413 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Elkhorn Falls Barely Flowing · 55 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Carthage (1 waterfall)

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

Derbyshire Falls

44.4 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Carthage

Derbyshire Falls

44.4 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Elkhorn Falls

33.1 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Carthage

Are there free waterfalls near Carthage?

There is 1 free waterfall near Carthage, including Derbyshire Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Carthage?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Carthage, including Derbyshire Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Carthage?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Carthage, including Derbyshire Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Carthage?

The shortest waterfall hike near Carthage is Derbyshire Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Carthage?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Carthage have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Carthage?

The closest waterfall to Carthage is Derbyshire Falls, approximately 27.8 miles away.

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