Waterfall Hikes Near Hanover, IN

3,665 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hanover? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hanover. 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 38.7133°N, -85.4725°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hanover

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

14 of 16 waterfalls near Hanover are flowing strongly today

Butler Falls Strong Chain Mill Falls Strong Crowe Falls Strong Deadman Falls Strong Fremont Falls Strong Harts Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Clifty Falls Strong Hoffman Falls Strong Little Clifty Falls Strong Wallace Falls Strong Tunnel Falls Strong Derbyshire Falls Moderate Drennon Falls Roaring Falls of the Ohio Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 94°F

Tod 86°F Partly Sunny
Mon 92°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Sunny Best
Thu 95°F Sunny
Fri 94°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Hanover

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Drennon Falls Roaring · 53700 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Falls of the Ohio Roaring · 5780 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 Clifty Falls Strong · 74 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Hoffman Falls Strong · 74 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Little Clifty Falls Strong · 74 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Wallace Falls Strong · 74 cfs 84th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hanover (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hanover (10 waterfalls)

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

Fremont Falls waterfall

Fremont Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

31 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Hanover

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

Chain Mill Falls

31.8 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
Fremont Falls waterfall

Fremont Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

31 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harts Falls

33.2 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallace Falls

30.3 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hoffman Falls waterfall

Hoffman Falls

31 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clifty Falls waterfall

Clifty Falls

29.8 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tunnel Falls waterfall

Tunnel Falls

30.4 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Clifty Falls waterfall

Little Clifty Falls

29.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

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

Derbyshire Falls

44.4 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hanover

Are there free waterfalls near Hanover?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hanover?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hanover?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hanover?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hanover?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hanover?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Hanover has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hanover?

The closest waterfall to Hanover is Crowe Falls, approximately 0.5 miles away.

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