Waterfall Hikes Near Prairieton, IN

520 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Prairieton? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Prairieton. 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 39.3700°N, -87.4745°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Prairieton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Prairieton have live flow data today

Groundhog Falls Moderate Vermillion Falls Moderate Lower Cataract Falls Moderate Upper Cataract Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Tod 86°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 81°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 83°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 85°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Prairieton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Groundhog Falls Moderate · 189 cfs 53rd percentile
  2. 2 Vermillion Falls Moderate · 189 cfs 53rd percentile
  3. 3 Lower Cataract Falls Moderate · 45 cfs 50th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Cataract Falls Moderate · 45 cfs 50th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Prairieton (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

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

Lower Cataract Falls

13.9 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Prairieton

Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

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

Lower Cataract Falls

13.9 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Groundhog Falls waterfall

Groundhog Falls

42.3 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Vermillion Falls

37 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Prairieton

Are there free waterfalls near Prairieton?

There is 1 free waterfall near Prairieton, including Vermillion Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Prairieton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Prairieton?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Prairieton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Prairieton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Prairieton?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Prairieton?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Prairieton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Prairieton?

The closest waterfall to Prairieton is Upper Cataract Falls, approximately 31.1 miles away.

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