Waterfall Hikes Near Leavenworth, IN

328 residents
Indiana/Marengo Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Leavenworth? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Leavenworth. 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 38.1997°N, -86.3454°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Leavenworth

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Leavenworth have live flow data today

Falls of the Ohio Moderate Hindostan Falls Barely Flowing The Big Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 94°F

Wed 93°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 94°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Leavenworth

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of the Ohio Moderate · 375 cfs 38th percentile
  2. 2 The Big Falls Moderate · 125 cfs 27th percentile
  3. 3 Hindostan Falls Barely Flowing · 11200 cfs 9th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Leavenworth (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.

Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.6 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

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

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

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

35.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hindostan Falls waterfall

Hindostan Falls

39.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Leavenworth

Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

35.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.6 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
Hindostan Falls waterfall

Hindostan Falls

39.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Leavenworth

Are there free waterfalls near Leavenworth?

There is 1 free waterfall near Leavenworth, including Hindostan Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Leavenworth?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Leavenworth?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Leavenworth, including Falls of the Ohio.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Leavenworth?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Leavenworth, including Falls of the Ohio.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Leavenworth?

The shortest waterfall hike near Leavenworth is Falls of the Ohio at 1.2 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Leavenworth?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Leavenworth has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Leavenworth?

The closest waterfall to Leavenworth is Falls of the Ohio, approximately 28.1 miles away.

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