Waterfall Hikes Near Columbia, KY

4,811 residents
Chicago Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Columbia? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Columbia. 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 37.1036°N, -85.3073°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Columbia

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Columbia have live flow data today

Jock Falls Moderate Seventy Six Falls Moderate Stacy Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 94°F

Thu 94°F Sunny Best
Fri 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sun 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 90°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Columbia

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Jock Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 46th percentile
  2. 2 Seventy Six Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 46th percentile
  3. 3 Stacy Falls Moderate · 166 cfs 35th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Columbia (2 waterfalls)

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

Seventy Six Falls waterfall

Seventy Six Falls

39.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Jock Falls

40.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Columbia

Seventy Six Falls waterfall

Seventy Six Falls

39.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stacy Falls waterfall

Stacy Falls

34.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Jock Falls

40.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Irvine Fall

10.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Columbia

Are there free waterfalls near Columbia?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Columbia, including Jock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Columbia?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Columbia, including Jock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbia?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbia, including Jock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Columbia?

The shortest waterfall hike near Columbia is Irvine Fall at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Columbia?

The tallest waterfall near Columbia is Seventy Six Falls at 76 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Columbia?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Columbia have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Columbia?

The closest waterfall to Columbia is Seventy Six Falls, approximately 23.5 miles away.

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