Waterfall Hikes Near Depauw, IN

126 residents
Kentucky/Louisville Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Depauw? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Depauw. 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 38.3351°N, -86.2175°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Depauw

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

8 waterfalls near Depauw have live flow data today

Butler Falls Moderate Chain Mill Falls Moderate Fremont Falls Moderate Harts Falls Moderate Falls of the Ohio Moderate Hindostan Falls Low The Big Falls Moderate

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 95°F

Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 95°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Depauw

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Butler Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 41st percentile
  2. 2 Chain Mill Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 41st percentile
  3. 3 Falls of the Ohio Moderate · 417 cfs 41st percentile
  4. 4 Fremont Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 Harts Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 41st percentile
  6. 6 The Big Falls Moderate · 138 cfs 31st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Depauw (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

40.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.6 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Depauw (5 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
Hindostan Falls waterfall

Hindostan Falls

39.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Depauw

Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.6 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

35.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hindostan Falls waterfall

Hindostan Falls

39.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harts Falls

33.2 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chain Mill Falls

31.8 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

Butler Falls

31.3 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Depauw

Are there free waterfalls near Depauw?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Depauw?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Depauw?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Depauw, including Falls of the Ohio.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Depauw?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Depauw, including Falls of the Ohio.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Depauw?

The shortest waterfall hike near Depauw is Butler Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Depauw?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Depauw has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Depauw?

The closest waterfall to Depauw is Falls of the Ohio, approximately 22.3 miles away.

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