Waterfall Hikes Near Elkhorn City, KY

1,013 residents

New York Time Zone

4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elkhorn City? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elkhorn City. 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 37.3202°N, -82.3522°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elkhorn City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Elkhorn City have live flow data today

Abrams Falls Moderate Big Falls Barely Flowing Tank Hollow Falls Barely Flowing Monkey Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 95°F

Wed 95°F Patchy Fog then Sunny

Thu 95°F Sunny Best

Fri 95°F Sunny

Ind 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 92°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Mon 89°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Tue 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Elkhorn City

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Elkhorn City (1 waterfall)

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

Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

8.7 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Elkhorn City

Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

8.7 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

14 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

11.2 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

5.0 miles 675 ft

Monkey Falls waterfall

Monkey Falls

44.9 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elkhorn City

Are there free waterfalls near Elkhorn City?

There is 1 free waterfall near Elkhorn City, including Tank Hollow Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elkhorn City?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Elkhorn City, including Tank Hollow Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elkhorn City?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elkhorn City, including Abrams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elkhorn City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Elkhorn City is Abrams Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Elkhorn City?

The tallest waterfall near Elkhorn City is Abrams Falls at 20 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elkhorn City?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Elkhorn City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elkhorn City?

The closest waterfall to Elkhorn City is Tank Hollow Falls, approximately 26.9 miles away.

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