Waterfall Hikes Near Cross Plains, IN

89 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cross Plains? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cross Plains. 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 38.9439°N, -85.2047°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cross Plains

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 waterfalls near Cross Plains 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 Moderate Drennon Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 87°F

Wed 87°F Sunny Best
Thu 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Cross Plains

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Butler Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 72nd percentile
  2. 2 Chain Mill Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 72nd percentile
  3. 3 Crowe Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 72nd percentile
  4. 4 Deadman Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 72nd percentile
  5. 5 Fremont Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 72nd percentile
  6. 6 Harts Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 72nd percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cross Plains (8 waterfalls)

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

Little Clifty Falls waterfall

Little Clifty Falls

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

Tunnel Falls

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

Clifty Falls

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

Hoffman Falls

24.1 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallace Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

27 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Cross Plains

Little Clifty Falls waterfall

Little Clifty Falls

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

Tunnel Falls

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

Clifty Falls

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

Hoffman Falls

24.1 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallace Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Deadman Falls

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

Crowe Falls

27.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Butler Falls

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

Fremont Falls

28.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chain Mill Falls

29 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harts Falls

29.3 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Derbyshire Falls

28.8 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Drennon Falls

26.2 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cross Plains

Are there free waterfalls near Cross Plains?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Cross Plains, including Derbyshire Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cross Plains?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cross Plains, including Clifty Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cross Plains?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cross Plains, including Clifty Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cross Plains?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cross Plains is Butler Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cross Plains?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Cross Plains has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cross Plains?

The closest waterfall to Cross Plains is Little Clifty Falls, approximately 18.4 miles away.

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