Waterfall Hikes Near New Hope, KY

35 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near New Hope? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of New Hope. 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 37.6279°N, -85.5067°W

Map of Waterfalls Near New Hope

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near New Hope have live flow data today

Falls of the Ohio Moderate The Big Falls Moderate Stacy Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Mon 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near New Hope

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 The Big Falls Moderate · 48 cfs 69th percentile
  2. 2 Falls of the Ohio Moderate · 18 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Stacy Falls Barely Flowing · 17 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near New Hope (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

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

Falls of the Ohio

41.9 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around New Hope (3 waterfalls)

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

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

37.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near New Hope

Stacy Falls waterfall

Stacy Falls

45.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

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

Falls of the Ohio

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

Falls of the Ohio

41.9 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near New Hope

Are there free waterfalls near New Hope?

There is 1 free waterfall near New Hope, including Stacy Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near New Hope?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in New Hope?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near New Hope, including Falls of the Ohio.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near New Hope?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near New Hope, including Falls of the Ohio.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near New Hope?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around New Hope?

Yes, 1 waterfall near New Hope has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to New Hope?

The closest waterfall to New Hope is Stacy Falls, approximately 30.4 miles away.

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