Waterfall Hikes Near Madison, IN

12,301 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Madison? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Madison. 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 38.7581°N, -85.3973°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Madison

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

16 waterfalls near Madison have live flow data today

Butler Falls Barely Flowing Chain Mill Falls Barely Flowing Crowe Falls Barely Flowing Deadman Falls Barely Flowing Fremont Falls Barely Flowing Harts Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Clifty Falls Barely Flowing Hoffman Falls Barely Flowing Little Clifty Falls Barely Flowing Wallace Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Derbyshire Falls Barely Flowing Drennon Falls Moderate Falls of the Ohio Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Tue 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 81°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Fri 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 76°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 75°F Sunny
Mon 76°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Madison (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.

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

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

Hoffman Falls waterfall

Hoffman Falls

33 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tunnel Falls waterfall

Tunnel Falls

33.2 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallace Falls

32.8 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Clifty Falls waterfall

Little Clifty Falls

33.2 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clifty Falls waterfall

Clifty Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

30.1 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Madison

Hoffman Falls waterfall

Hoffman Falls

33 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tunnel Falls waterfall

Tunnel Falls

33.2 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallace Falls

32.8 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Clifty Falls waterfall

Little Clifty Falls

33.2 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clifty Falls waterfall

Clifty Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

30.1 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deadman Falls waterfall CC

Deadman Falls

30.1 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crowe Falls waterfall

Crowe Falls

29.3 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Butler Falls

28.5 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fremont Falls waterfall

Fremont Falls

28.2 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chain Mill Falls

28.1 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harts Falls

27.8 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Drennon Falls

29.6 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

6 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

6.5 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

Derbyshire Falls

32 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Madison

Are there free waterfalls near Madison?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Madison, including Derbyshire Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Madison?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Madison?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Madison?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Madison?

The shortest waterfall hike near Madison is Butler Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Madison?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Madison has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Madison?

The closest waterfall to Madison is Hoffman Falls, approximately 1.3 miles away.

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Comfort Inn Madison near Clifty Falls

Comfort Inn Madison near Clifty Falls

8.3 242 reviews
Clifty Inn

Clifty Inn

8.3 626 reviews
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Madison by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Madison by IHG

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