Waterfall Hikes Near Loretto, KY

640 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Loretto? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Loretto. 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 37.6351°N, -85.3985°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Loretto

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Loretto have live flow data today

Falls of the Ohio Moderate The Big Falls Moderate Stacy Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 97°F

Wed 96°F Sunny
Thu 97°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then 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 Loretto

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Stacy Falls Moderate · 277 cfs 51st percentile
  2. 2 Falls of the Ohio Moderate · 417 cfs 41st percentile
  3. 3 The Big Falls Moderate · 138 cfs 31st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Loretto (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

40.6 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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Loretto (3 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

All 4 Waterfalls Near Loretto

Stacy Falls waterfall

Stacy Falls

32.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Loretto

Are there free waterfalls near Loretto?

There is 1 free waterfall near Loretto, including Stacy Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Loretto?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Loretto?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Loretto, including Falls of the Ohio.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Loretto?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Loretto, including Falls of the Ohio.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Loretto?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Loretto?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Loretto has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Loretto?

The closest waterfall to Loretto is Stacy Falls, approximately 26.2 miles away.

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