Waterfall Hikes Near Chaplin, KY

603 residents
New York Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Chaplin? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Chaplin. 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 37.8996°N, -85.2196°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Chaplin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

8 waterfalls near Chaplin have live flow data today

Chain Mill Falls Moderate Fremont Falls Moderate Harts Falls Moderate Drennon Falls Moderate Falls of the Ohio Moderate The Big Falls Moderate Stacy Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 97°F

Wed 97°F Sunny
Thu 97°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 96°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Chaplin

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Drennon Falls Moderate · 19900 cfs 54th percentile
  2. 2 Stacy Falls Moderate · 266 cfs 49th percentile
  3. 3 Chain Mill Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 41st percentile
  4. 4 Fremont Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 Harts Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 41st percentile
  6. 6 Falls of the Ohio Moderate · 396 cfs 40th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Chaplin (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 Chaplin (4 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 8 Waterfalls Near Chaplin

Drennon Falls

40.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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

Harts Falls

33.2 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Chaplin

Are there free waterfalls near Chaplin?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Chaplin, including Fremont Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Chaplin?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Chaplin?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Chaplin, including Falls of the Ohio.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Chaplin?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Chaplin, including Falls of the Ohio.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Chaplin?

The shortest waterfall hike near Chaplin is Chain Mill Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Chaplin?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Chaplin has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Chaplin?

The closest waterfall to Chaplin is Drennon Falls, approximately 31 miles away.

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