Waterfall Hikes Near New Amsterdam, IN

100 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near New Amsterdam? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of New Amsterdam. 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 38.1022°N, -86.2760°W

Map of Waterfalls Near New Amsterdam

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near New Amsterdam have live flow data today

Falls of the Ohio Moderate Hindostan Falls Low The Big Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 97°F

Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 97°F Sunny Best
Fri 96°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near New Amsterdam

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of the Ohio Moderate · 396 cfs 40th percentile
  2. 2 The Big Falls Moderate · 132 cfs 30th percentile
  3. 3 Hindostan Falls Low · 11300 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near New Amsterdam (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

40.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.6 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around New Amsterdam (4 waterfalls)

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

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

35.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hindostan Falls waterfall

Hindostan Falls

39.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near New Amsterdam

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

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

Falls of the Ohio

40.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.6 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
Hindostan Falls waterfall

Hindostan Falls

39.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near New Amsterdam

Are there free waterfalls near New Amsterdam?

There is 1 free waterfall near New Amsterdam, including Hindostan Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near New Amsterdam?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in New Amsterdam?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near New Amsterdam, including Falls of the Ohio.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near New Amsterdam?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near New Amsterdam, including Falls of the Ohio.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near New Amsterdam?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around New Amsterdam?

Yes, 1 waterfall near New Amsterdam has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to New Amsterdam?

The closest waterfall to New Amsterdam is The Big Falls, approximately 20.5 miles away.

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