Waterfall Hikes Near Greenwood, IN

63,579 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Greenwood? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Greenwood. 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 39.6019°N, -86.1073°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Greenwood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Greenwood have live flow data today

Derbyshire Falls Barely Flowing Groundhog Falls Barely Flowing Vermillion Falls Barely Flowing Lower Cataract Falls Moderate Upper Cataract Falls Moderate

Updated 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 93°F

Sat 81°F Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Partly Sunny
Mon 91°F Sunny
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 93°F Sunny Best
Thu 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Greenwood

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Cataract Falls Moderate · 350 cfs 30th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Cataract Falls Moderate · 350 cfs 30th percentile
  3. 3 Derbyshire Falls Barely Flowing · 465 cfs 9th percentile
  4. 4 Groundhog Falls Barely Flowing · 77 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Vermillion Falls Barely Flowing · 77 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Greenwood (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.

Lower Cataract Falls waterfall

Lower Cataract Falls

46.4 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

47.1 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Greenwood (3 waterfalls)

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

Derbyshire Falls

44.4 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Greenwood

Lower Cataract Falls waterfall

Lower Cataract Falls

46.4 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

47.1 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Vermillion Falls

30.1 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Groundhog Falls waterfall

Groundhog Falls

26.7 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Derbyshire Falls

44.4 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Greenwood

Are there free waterfalls near Greenwood?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Greenwood, including Derbyshire Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Greenwood?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Greenwood, including Lower Cataract Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Greenwood?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Greenwood, including Derbyshire Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Greenwood?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Greenwood, including Derbyshire Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Greenwood?

The shortest waterfall hike near Greenwood is Derbyshire Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Greenwood?

The tallest waterfall near Greenwood is Upper Cataract Falls at 20 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Greenwood?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Greenwood have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Greenwood?

The closest waterfall to Greenwood is Lower Cataract Falls, approximately 37.9 miles away.

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