Waterfall Hikes Near Mitchell, IN

3,947 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mitchell? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mitchell. 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 38.7369°N, -86.4755°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mitchell

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Mitchell 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 Hindostan Falls Barely Flowing Lower Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Upper Cataract Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 86°F

Tod 87°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 84°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 84°F Sunny
Sat 86°F Sunny Best
Sun 90°F Sunny
Mon 92°F Sunny
Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Mitchell

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Hindostan Falls Barely Flowing · 9600 cfs 1st percentile
  2. 2 Butler Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Chain Mill Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Clifty Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Crowe Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Deadman Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mitchell (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 Mitchell (10 waterfalls)

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

Hindostan Falls waterfall

Hindostan Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

42.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Mitchell

Hindostan Falls waterfall

Hindostan Falls

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

Deadman Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

42.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Butler Falls

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

Crowe Falls

Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chain Mill Falls

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

Fremont Falls

44.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallace Falls

40 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hoffman Falls waterfall

Hoffman Falls

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

Clifty Falls

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

Tunnel Falls

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

Little Clifty Falls

39.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harts Falls

48.8 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

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

Lower Cataract Falls

34.2 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mitchell

Are there free waterfalls near Mitchell?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Mitchell, including Fremont Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mitchell?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mitchell?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mitchell?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mitchell?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mitchell is Butler Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mitchell?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mitchell?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Mitchell have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mitchell?

The closest waterfall to Mitchell is Hindostan Falls, approximately 21.4 miles away.

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