Waterfall Hikes Near Jefferson, IN

168 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Jefferson? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Jefferson. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.2794°N, -86.5910°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Jefferson have live flow data today

Groundhog Falls Barely Flowing Vermillion Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 1 day ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Tod 82°F Mostly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 79°F Sunny
Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 85°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Jefferson

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Groundhog Falls Barely Flowing · 67 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Vermillion Falls Barely Flowing · 67 cfs 0th percentile

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All 2 Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Vermillion Falls

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

Groundhog Falls

22.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Are there free waterfalls near Jefferson?

There is 1 free waterfall near Jefferson, including Vermillion Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Jefferson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Jefferson is Groundhog Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Jefferson?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Jefferson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Jefferson?

The closest waterfall to Jefferson is Vermillion Falls, approximately 41.6 miles away.

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