Waterfall Hikes Near New Castle, KY

880 residents
New_York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near New Castle? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of New Castle. 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 38.4334°N, -85.1689°W

Map of Waterfalls Near New Castle

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

1 of 15 waterfalls near New Castle is flowing strongly today

Butler Falls Moderate Chain Mill Falls Moderate Crowe Falls Moderate Deadman Falls Moderate Fremont Falls Moderate Harts Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Clifty Falls Low Hoffman Falls Low Little Clifty Falls Low Wallace Falls Low Tunnel Falls Low Drennon Falls Roaring Falls of the Ohio Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 72°F

Mon 72°F Sunny Best
Tue 76°F Sunny
Wed 75°F Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny
Thu 67°F Sunny
Fri 74°F Sunny
Sat 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near New Castle (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 New Castle (9 waterfalls)

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

Fremont Falls waterfall

Fremont Falls

19.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near New Castle

Drennon Falls

28.5 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harts Falls waterfall

Harts Falls

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

Fremont Falls

19.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chain Mill Falls

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

Crowe Falls

41.5 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butler Falls waterfall

Butler Falls

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

Hoffman Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

29.5 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deadman Falls waterfall

Deadman Falls

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

Tunnel Falls

32.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wallace Falls waterfall

Wallace Falls

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

Little Clifty Falls

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

Clifty Falls

32.5 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

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

Falls of the Ohio

7.4 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near New Castle

Are there free waterfalls near New Castle?

There is 1 free waterfall near New Castle, including Fremont Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near New Castle?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in New Castle?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near New Castle, including Clifty Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near New Castle?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near New Castle, including Clifty Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near New Castle?

The shortest waterfall hike near New Castle is Butler Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to New Castle?

The closest waterfall to New Castle is Drennon Falls, approximately 2.7 miles away.

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