Waterfall Hikes Near North Vernon, IN

6,935 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near North Vernon? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of North Vernon. 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 39.0171°N, -85.6317°W

Map of Waterfalls Near North Vernon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near North Vernon have live flow data today

Butler Falls Barely Flowing Chain Mill Falls Barely Flowing Crowe Falls Barely Flowing Deadman Falls Barely Flowing Fremont Falls Barely Flowing Harts Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Clifty Falls Barely Flowing Hoffman Falls Barely Flowing Little Clifty Falls Barely Flowing Wallace Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Derbyshire Falls Barely Flowing Falls of the Ohio Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 85°F

Tod 86°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 84°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 83°F Sunny
Sat 85°F Sunny Best
Sun 89°F Sunny
Mon 92°F Sunny
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near North Vernon

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Butler Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Chain Mill Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Clifty Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Crowe Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Deadman Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Derbyshire Falls Barely Flowing · 2310 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near North Vernon (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 North Vernon (10 waterfalls)

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

Clifty Falls waterfall

Clifty Falls

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

Little Clifty Falls

39.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallace Falls

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

Tunnel Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

42.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near North Vernon

Clifty Falls waterfall

Clifty Falls

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

Little Clifty Falls

39.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallace Falls

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

Tunnel Falls

39.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deadman Falls waterfall CC

Deadman Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Hoffman Falls

39.8 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Butler Falls

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

Crowe Falls

Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chain Mill Falls

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

Fremont Falls

44.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harts Falls

48.8 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Derbyshire Falls

49.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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 North Vernon

Are there free waterfalls near North Vernon?

There are 2 free waterfalls near North Vernon, including Derbyshire Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near North Vernon?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near North Vernon, including Falls of the Ohio.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in North Vernon?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near North Vernon, including Clifty Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near North Vernon?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near North Vernon, including Clifty Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near North Vernon?

The shortest waterfall hike near North Vernon is Butler Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around North Vernon?

Yes, 1 waterfall near North Vernon has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to North Vernon?

The closest waterfall to North Vernon is Clifty Falls, approximately 20.5 miles away.

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