Waterfall Hikes Near Columbus, IN

50,896 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Columbus? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Columbus. 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 39.2093°N, -85.9183°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Columbus

Find waterfalls to hike near Columbus

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

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

Clifty Falls waterfall

Clifty Falls

29.3 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Clifty Falls waterfall

Little Clifty Falls

32.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Derbyshire Falls waterfall

Derbyshire Falls

43.5 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wallace Falls waterfall

Wallace Falls

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

Tunnel Falls

36.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Columbus With Waterfalls

Clifty Falls waterfall

Clifty Falls

29.3 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Clifty Falls waterfall

Little Clifty Falls

32.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Derbyshire Falls waterfall

Derbyshire Falls

43.5 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wallace Falls waterfall

Wallace Falls

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

Tunnel Falls

36.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deadman Falls waterfall

Deadman Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Hoffman Falls

34.8 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butler Falls waterfall

Butler Falls

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

Crowe Falls

41 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chain Mill Falls waterfall

Chain Mill Falls

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

Fremont Falls

24.7 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harts Falls waterfall

Harts Falls

21.5 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

18.6 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Lower Cataract Falls waterfall

Lower Cataract Falls

47.7 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

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