Waterfall Hikes Near Fairfield, KY

196 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairfield? There are 12 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

12 of 12 gauged

12 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 Drennon Falls Moderate Falls of the Ohio Moderate The Big Falls Moderate Stacy Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 96°F

Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 96°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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 Drennon Falls Moderate · 19900 cfs 54th percentile
  2. 2 Stacy Falls Moderate · 266 cfs 49th percentile
  3. 3 Butler Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 41st percentile
  4. 4 Chain Mill Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 Crowe Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 41st percentile
  6. 6 Deadman Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 41st 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

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

Falls of the Ohio

40.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fairfield (5 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 12 Waterfalls Near Fairfield

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

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

Falls of the Ohio

40.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

Drennon Falls

40.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harts Falls

33.2 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stacy Falls waterfall

Stacy Falls

32.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Fremont Falls waterfall

Fremont Falls

31.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chain Mill Falls

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

Crowe Falls

31.3 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Butler Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Deadman Falls

30.9 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 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fairfield, including Falls of the Ohio.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairfield?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairfield, including Falls of the Ohio.

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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