Waterfall Hikes Near Martinsville, IN

11,916 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Martinsville? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Martinsville. 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 39.4149°N, -86.4316°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Martinsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Martinsville have live flow data today

Groundhog Falls Barely Flowing Vermillion Falls Barely Flowing Lower Cataract Falls Moderate Upper Cataract Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 94°F

Aft 82°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Areas Of Fog then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 93°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 94°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Sunny Best
Thu 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Martinsville

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Cataract Falls Moderate · 392 cfs 49th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Cataract Falls Moderate · 392 cfs 49th percentile
  3. 3 Groundhog Falls Barely Flowing · 74 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Vermillion Falls Barely Flowing · 74 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Martinsville (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.

Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

47.1 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Lower Cataract Falls waterfall

Lower Cataract Falls

46.4 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Martinsville

Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

47.1 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Lower Cataract Falls waterfall

Lower Cataract Falls

46.4 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Vermillion Falls

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

Groundhog Falls

26.7 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Martinsville

Are there free waterfalls near Martinsville?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Martinsville?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Martinsville, including Lower Cataract Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Martinsville?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Martinsville, including Lower Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Martinsville?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Martinsville, including Lower Cataract Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Martinsville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Martinsville is Groundhog Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Martinsville?

The tallest waterfall near Martinsville is Upper Cataract Falls at 20 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Martinsville?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Martinsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Martinsville?

The closest waterfall to Martinsville is Upper Cataract Falls, approximately 17.1 miles away.

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