Waterfall Hikes Near Heltonville, IN

110 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Heltonville? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Heltonville. 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 38.9278°N, -86.3755°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Heltonville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 waterfalls near Heltonville have live flow data today

Butler Falls Moderate Chain Mill Falls Moderate Crowe Falls Moderate Deadman Falls Moderate Fremont Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Clifty Falls Moderate Hoffman Falls Moderate Little Clifty Falls Moderate Wallace Falls Moderate Tunnel Falls Moderate Hindostan Falls Low Lower Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Upper Cataract Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 95°F

Wed 95°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny Best
Fri 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Heltonville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Clifty Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 42nd percentile
  2. 2 Hoffman Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 42nd percentile
  3. 3 Little Clifty Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 42nd percentile
  4. 4 Wallace Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 42nd percentile
  5. 5 Tunnel Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 42nd percentile
  6. 6 Butler Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 41st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Heltonville (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.

Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

47.1 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Lower Cataract Falls waterfall

Lower Cataract Falls

46.4 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

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

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

Hindostan Falls waterfall

Hindostan Falls

39.9 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
Little Clifty Falls waterfall

Little Clifty Falls

29.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallace Falls

30.3 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Heltonville

Hindostan Falls waterfall

Hindostan Falls

39.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

47.1 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Lower Cataract Falls waterfall

Lower Cataract Falls

46.4 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Clifty Falls waterfall

Clifty Falls

29.8 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

Wallace Falls

30.3 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
Deadman Falls waterfall CC

Deadman Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Hoffman Falls

31 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Butler Falls

31.3 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

Chain Mill Falls

31.8 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Heltonville

Are there free waterfalls near Heltonville?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Heltonville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Heltonville?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Heltonville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Heltonville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Heltonville is Butler Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Heltonville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Heltonville?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Heltonville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Heltonville?

The closest waterfall to Heltonville is Hindostan Falls, approximately 35 miles away.

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