Waterfall Hikes Near Painted Hills, IN

996 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Painted Hills? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Painted Hills. 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 39.3963°N, -86.3494°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Painted Hills

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Painted Hills have live flow data today

Groundhog Falls Barely Flowing Vermillion Falls Barely Flowing Lower Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Upper Cataract Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 84°F

Tod 85°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 82°F Sunny
Sat 84°F Sunny Best
Sun 88°F Sunny
Mon 90°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Painted Hills

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Groundhog Falls Barely Flowing · 67 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Cataract Falls Barely Flowing · 63 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Vermillion Falls Barely Flowing · 67 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Cataract Falls Barely Flowing · 63 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Painted Hills (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.

Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

34.8 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Lower Cataract Falls waterfall

Lower Cataract Falls

34.2 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Painted Hills

Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

34.8 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Lower Cataract Falls waterfall

Lower Cataract Falls

34.2 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Vermillion Falls

29.4 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Groundhog Falls waterfall

Groundhog Falls

22.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Painted Hills

Are there free waterfalls near Painted Hills?

There is 1 free waterfall near Painted Hills, including Vermillion Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Painted Hills?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Painted Hills, including Lower Cataract Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Painted Hills?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Painted Hills, including Lower Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Painted Hills?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Painted Hills, including Lower Cataract Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Painted Hills?

The shortest waterfall hike near Painted Hills is Groundhog Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Painted Hills?

The tallest waterfall near Painted Hills is Upper Cataract Falls at 20 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Painted Hills?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Painted Hills have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Painted Hills?

The closest waterfall to Painted Hills is Upper Cataract Falls, approximately 21.5 miles away.

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