Waterfall Hikes Near Elizabethtown, KY

77,770 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elizabethtown? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elizabethtown. 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 37.7031°N, -85.8773°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elizabethtown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Elizabethtown have live flow data today

Falls of the Ohio Moderate The Big Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 92°F

Fri 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 89°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 92°F Sunny Best
Tue 94°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Elizabethtown

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of the Ohio Moderate · 163 cfs 25th percentile
  2. 2 The Big Falls Barely Flowing · 39 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Stacy Falls Barely Flowing · 19 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Elizabethtown (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 Elizabethtown (3 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

All 4 Waterfalls Near Elizabethtown

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

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

Stacy Falls

32.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elizabethtown

Are there free waterfalls near Elizabethtown?

There is 1 free waterfall near Elizabethtown, including Stacy Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Elizabethtown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elizabethtown?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Elizabethtown, including Falls of the Ohio.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elizabethtown?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elizabethtown, including Falls of the Ohio.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elizabethtown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Elizabethtown is Falls of the Ohio at 1.2 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elizabethtown?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Elizabethtown has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elizabethtown?

The closest waterfall to Elizabethtown is The Big Falls, approximately 15.9 miles away.

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