Waterfall Hikes Near Magnolia, KY

696 residents
Chicago Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Magnolia? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Magnolia. 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 37.4500°N, -85.7401°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Magnolia

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Magnolia have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Mon 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 83°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 84°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Magnolia

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 The Big Falls Moderate · 48 cfs 69th percentile
  2. 2 Falls of the Ohio Moderate · 18 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Stacy Falls Barely Flowing · 17 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Magnolia (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

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

Falls of the Ohio

41.9 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Magnolia (3 waterfalls)

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

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

37.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Magnolia

Stacy Falls waterfall

Stacy Falls

45.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

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

Falls of the Ohio

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

Falls of the Ohio

41.9 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

Irvine Fall

38.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Magnolia

Are there free waterfalls near Magnolia?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Magnolia?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Magnolia?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Magnolia?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Magnolia?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Magnolia?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Magnolia have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Magnolia?

The closest waterfall to Magnolia is Stacy Falls, approximately 31.6 miles away.

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