Waterfall Hikes Near Ironton, OH

10,597 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ironton? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ironton. 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 38.5323°N, -82.6779°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ironton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 of 5 waterfalls near Ironton are flowing strongly today

Caney Falls Strong Lick Falls Strong Cedar Falls Strong Lower Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 98°F

Aft 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 92°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 96°F Sunny
Wed 98°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny Best
Fri 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Ironton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Cedar Falls Strong · 352 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Caney Falls Strong · 49 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 Lick Falls Strong · 49 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Falls Strong · 2830 cfs 77th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Falls Strong · 2830 cfs 77th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ironton (1 waterfall)

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.

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

28.4 miles away
Ohio
Easy
0.9 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ironton (4 waterfalls)

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

Lick Falls waterfall

Lick Falls

11.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

34.1 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

36.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Ironton

Caney Falls waterfall

Caney Falls

12.2 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lick Falls waterfall

Lick Falls

11.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

34.1 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
5.6 miles 500 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

28.4 miles away
Ohio
Easy
0.9 miles 100 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

36.4 miles away
West Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ironton

Are there free waterfalls near Ironton?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Ironton, including Cedar Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ironton?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Ironton, including Cedar Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ironton?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ironton, including Cedar Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ironton?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ironton, including Cedar Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ironton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ironton is Caney Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ironton?

The tallest waterfall near Ironton is Cedar Falls at 50 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ironton?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Ironton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ironton?

The closest waterfall to Ironton is Caney Falls, approximately 25.1 miles away.

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