Waterfall Hikes Near Nicholasville, KY

31,352 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nicholasville? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Nicholasville. 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 37.8906°N, -84.5668°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Nicholasville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Nicholasville have live flow data today

Anglin Falls Barely Flowing Drennon Falls Barely Flowing Stacy Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Aft 87°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Sunny
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Nicholasville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Anglin Falls Barely Flowing · 1300 cfs 1st percentile
  2. 2 Drennon Falls Barely Flowing · 7210 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Stacy Falls Barely Flowing · 19 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Nicholasville (1 waterfall)

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.

Anglin Falls waterfall

Anglin Falls

37.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.7 miles 200 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Nicholasville

Anglin Falls waterfall

Anglin Falls

37.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.7 miles 200 ft
Stacy Falls waterfall

Stacy Falls

32.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Drennon Falls

40.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Nicholasville

Are there free waterfalls near Nicholasville?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Nicholasville, including Anglin Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Nicholasville?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Nicholasville, including Anglin Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Nicholasville?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Nicholasville, including Anglin Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Nicholasville?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Nicholasville, including Anglin Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Nicholasville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Nicholasville is Anglin Falls at 1.7 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Nicholasville?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Nicholasville has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Nicholasville?

The closest waterfall to Nicholasville is Anglin Falls, approximately 33.9 miles away.

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