Waterfall Hikes Near Elsmere, KY

9,126 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elsmere? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elsmere. 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 38.9948°N, -84.6017°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elsmere

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

10 waterfalls near Elsmere have live flow data today

Clifty Falls Moderate Hoffman Falls Moderate Little Clifty Falls Moderate Wallace Falls Moderate Tunnel Falls Moderate Deadman Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Derbyshire Falls Moderate Drennon Falls Moderate Elkhorn Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Mon 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Elsmere

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Drennon Falls Moderate · 15800 cfs 66th percentile
  2. 2 Elkhorn Falls Moderate · 860 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Deadman Falls Moderate · 84 cfs 38th percentile
  4. 4 Horseshoe Falls Moderate · 84 cfs 38th percentile
  5. 5 Derbyshire Falls Moderate · 5960 cfs 32nd percentile
  6. 6 Clifty Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 31st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Elsmere (7 waterfalls)

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

Little Clifty Falls waterfall

Little Clifty Falls

39.6 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
Clifty Falls waterfall

Clifty Falls

39.7 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

Wallace Falls

40 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Elsmere

Little Clifty Falls waterfall

Little Clifty Falls

39.6 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
Clifty Falls waterfall

Clifty Falls

39.7 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

Wallace Falls

40 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Drennon Falls

22.5 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Elkhorn Falls

49.8 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

Derbyshire Falls

49.9 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elsmere

Are there free waterfalls near Elsmere?

There is 1 free waterfall near Elsmere, including Derbyshire Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elsmere?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Elsmere, including Clifty Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elsmere?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elsmere, including Clifty Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elsmere?

The shortest waterfall hike near Elsmere is Clifty Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elsmere?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Elsmere have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elsmere?

The closest waterfall to Elsmere is Little Clifty Falls, approximately 46.4 miles away.

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