Waterfall Hikes Near Elk Creek, KY

2,295 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elk Creek? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elk Creek. 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 38.1170°N, -85.3722°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elk Creek

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

17 waterfalls near Elk Creek 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 Drennon Falls Moderate Falls of the Ohio Moderate The Big Falls Moderate Stacy Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Mon 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 87°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Sat 83°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Sun 83°F Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Elk Creek

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Drennon Falls Moderate · 15800 cfs 66th percentile
  2. 2 The Big Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 63rd percentile
  3. 3 Butler Falls Moderate · 88 cfs 39th percentile
  4. 4 Chain Mill Falls Moderate · 88 cfs 39th percentile
  5. 5 Crowe Falls Moderate · 88 cfs 39th percentile
  6. 6 Deadman Falls Moderate · 88 cfs 39th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Elk Creek (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

41.5 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

41.9 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Elk Creek (10 waterfalls)

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

Fremont Falls waterfall

Fremont Falls

44.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Elk Creek

Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

41.5 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

41.9 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

Drennon Falls

22.5 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harts Falls

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

Fremont Falls

44.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chain Mill Falls

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

Crowe Falls

Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Butler Falls

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

Hoffman Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Deadman Falls

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

Tunnel Falls

39.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallace Falls

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

Little Clifty Falls

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

Clifty Falls

39.7 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

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

Stacy Falls

45.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elk Creek

Are there free waterfalls near Elk Creek?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Elk Creek, including Fremont Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Elk Creek?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elk Creek?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Elk Creek, including Clifty Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elk Creek?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elk Creek, including Clifty Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elk Creek?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elk Creek?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Elk Creek has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elk Creek?

The closest waterfall to Elk Creek is Falls of the Ohio, approximately 23.7 miles away.

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