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 Barely Flowing Chain Mill Falls Barely Flowing Fremont Falls Barely Flowing Harts Falls Barely Flowing Falls of the Ohio Barely Flowing Hindostan Falls Barely Flowing The Big Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 70°F

Tod 73°F Sunny
Thu 70°F Sunny Best
Fri 76°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 91°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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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

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

Falls of the Ohio

38.7 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

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

Hindostan Falls

32.4 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Depauw

Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

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

Falls of the Ohio

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

The Big Falls

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

Hindostan Falls

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

Harts Falls

37.1 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chain Mill Falls

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

Fremont Falls

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

Butler Falls

35.2 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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