Waterfall Hikes Near Frankfort, KY

28,460 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Frankfort? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Frankfort. 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 38.1924°N, -84.8643°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Frankfort

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Frankfort have live flow data today

Drennon Falls Barely Flowing Falls of the Ohio Moderate Harts Falls Barely Flowing Stacy Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Aft 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 93°F Sunny
Tue 96°F Sunny
Wed 97°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Frankfort

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

  1. 1 Falls of the Ohio Moderate · 169 cfs 25th percentile
  2. 2 Harts Falls Barely Flowing · 56 cfs 4th percentile
  3. 3 Drennon Falls Barely Flowing · 7210 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Stacy Falls Barely Flowing · 19 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Frankfort (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

All 5 Waterfalls Near Frankfort

Drennon Falls

40.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Stacy Falls waterfall

Stacy Falls

32.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Harts Falls

33.2 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Frankfort

Are there free waterfalls near Frankfort?

There is 1 free waterfall near Frankfort, including Stacy Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Frankfort?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Frankfort?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Frankfort, including Falls of the Ohio.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Frankfort?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Frankfort, including Falls of the Ohio.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Frankfort?

The shortest waterfall hike near Frankfort is Drennon Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Frankfort?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Frankfort has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Frankfort?

The closest waterfall to Frankfort is Drennon Falls, approximately 22.5 miles away.

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