Waterfall Hikes Near Fairfield, KY

196 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairfield? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fairfield. 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 37.9320°N, -85.3839°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairfield

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

17 waterfalls near Fairfield 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 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 · 85°F

Mon 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Sun 84°F Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Fairfield

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 The Big Falls Moderate · 48 cfs 69th percentile
  2. 2 Drennon Falls Moderate · 15800 cfs 66th percentile
  3. 3 Butler Falls Moderate · 84 cfs 38th percentile
  4. 4 Chain Mill Falls Moderate · 84 cfs 38th percentile
  5. 5 Crowe Falls Moderate · 84 cfs 38th percentile
  6. 6 Deadman Falls Moderate · 84 cfs 38th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fairfield (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 Fairfield (10 waterfalls)

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

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

37.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Fairfield

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

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

Stacy Falls

45.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fairfield

Are there free waterfalls near Fairfield?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Fairfield, including Fremont Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fairfield?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairfield?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairfield?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairfield?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairfield?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Fairfield has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairfield?

The closest waterfall to Fairfield is The Big Falls, approximately 28.7 miles away.

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