Waterfall Hikes Near Monticello, KY

5,770 residents

Kentucky/Monticello Time Zone

15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Seventy Six Falls pours 76 feet into a Lake Cumberland cove west of Monticello, and you can nearly park at the rim. Cumberland Falls is the bigger name, 68 feet of the whole river going over at once, half a mile from the lot. Eagle Falls faces it from the far bank, 1.5 miles with 300 feet of climb. Fifteen falls come inside the radius and nearly every one allows dogs. Northrup Falls, down over the Tennessee line, runs a 1.3 mile loop past a 60 foot drop.

Located at 36.8412°N, -84.8502°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Monticello

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

4 of 15 waterfalls near Monticello are flowing strongly today

Amos Falls Strong Cumberland Falls Strong Dog Slaughter Falls Strong Eagle Falls Strong Basin Falls Moderate Ozone Falls Moderate Double Drop Falls Moderate Jacks Rock Falls Moderate Double Falls Moderate Magendanz Falls Moderate Northrup Falls Moderate Jock Falls Barely Flowing Seventy Six Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing Stacy Falls Barely Flowing

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Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Tod 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 92°F Patchy Fog

Thu 92°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 92°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 92°F Mostly Sunny Best

Sun 95°F Sunny

Mon 93°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Monticello (4 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.

Cumberland Falls

12.5 miles away

Kentucky

Easy

0.4 miles 100 ft

Northrup Falls

41.3 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

1.3 miles 200 ft

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

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

Jock Falls

26.1 miles away

Kentucky

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Seventy Six Falls

40.1 miles away

Kentucky

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Eagle Falls

12.8 miles away

Kentucky

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Dog Slaughter Falls

14.9 miles away

Kentucky

Moderate

2.4 miles 200 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Monticello

Jock Falls

26.1 miles away

Kentucky

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Seventy Six Falls

40.1 miles away

Kentucky

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Cumberland Falls

12.5 miles away

Kentucky

Easy

0.4 miles 100 ft

Eagle Falls

12.8 miles away

Kentucky

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Dog Slaughter Falls

14.9 miles away

Kentucky

Moderate

2.4 miles 200 ft

Northrup Falls

41.3 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

1.3 miles 200 ft

Magendanz Falls

1 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

The Falls

17.2 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

Amos Falls

15.4 miles away

Kentucky

Easy

1.8 miles 200 ft

Double Falls

45.8 miles away

Tennessee

Hard

8.6 miles 1,200 ft

Stacy Falls

28.7 miles away

Kentucky

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Double Drop Falls

31.2 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Jacks Rock Falls

45.9 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Ozone Falls

39.3 miles away

Tennessee

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Basin Falls

38.9 miles away

Tennessee

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Monticello

Are there free waterfalls near Monticello?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Monticello, including Amos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Monticello?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Monticello, including Amos Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Monticello?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Monticello, including Amos Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Monticello?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Monticello, including Amos Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Monticello?

The shortest waterfall hike near Monticello is Amos Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Monticello?

The tallest waterfall near Monticello is Ozone Falls at 110 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Monticello?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Monticello have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Monticello?

The closest waterfall to Monticello is Jock Falls, approximately 2.8 miles away.

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Waterfall Hikes Near Monticello, KY

Map of Waterfalls Near Monticello

Today's Conditions

Water Flow

Best Day to Hike

Flowing best right now near Monticello

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Find waterfalls to hike near Monticello

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Monticello (4 waterfalls)

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

All 15 Waterfalls Near Monticello

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Monticello

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