Waterfall Hikes Near Petersburg, KY

587 residents
New_York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Petersburg? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Petersburg. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.0531°N, -84.8573°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Petersburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

1 of 15 waterfalls near Petersburg 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 Derbyshire Falls Moderate Drennon Falls Roaring Elkhorn Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 70°F

Mon 70°F Sunny Best
Tue 75°F Sunny
Wed 74°F Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny
Thu 68°F Sunny
Fri 76°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Find waterfalls to hike near Petersburg

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Petersburg (8 waterfalls)

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

Derbyshire Falls waterfall

Derbyshire Falls

42.9 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
Tunnel Falls waterfall

Tunnel 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
Hoffman Falls waterfall

Hoffman Falls

32.4 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Petersburg

Elkhorn Falls

38.3 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Derbyshire Falls waterfall

Derbyshire Falls

42.9 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
Tunnel Falls waterfall

Tunnel 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
Hoffman Falls waterfall

Hoffman Falls

32.4 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

Drennon Falls

28.5 miles away
Kentucky
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
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
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
Harts Falls waterfall

Harts Falls

27.2 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Petersburg

Are there free waterfalls near Petersburg?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Petersburg, including Derbyshire Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Petersburg?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Petersburg, including Clifty Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Petersburg?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Petersburg, including Clifty Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Petersburg?

The shortest waterfall hike near Petersburg is Butler Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Petersburg?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Petersburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Petersburg?

The closest waterfall to Petersburg is Elkhorn Falls, approximately 35.8 miles away.

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