Waterfall Hikes Near Prestonsburg, KY

3,868 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Prestonsburg? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Prestonsburg. 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 37.6819°N, -82.7661°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Prestonsburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Prestonsburg is flowing strongly today

Broken Leg Falls Moderate Rock Bridge Falls Moderate Caney Falls Moderate Lick Falls Moderate Falls of Buffalo Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 97°F

Wed 98°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Thu 98°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Fri 97°F Sunny Best
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Prestonsburg

Updated 37 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of Buffalo Strong · 93 cfs 85th percentile
  2. 2 Broken Leg Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 48th percentile
  3. 3 Rock Bridge Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 48th percentile
  4. 4 Caney Falls Moderate · 43 cfs 28th percentile
  5. 5 Lick Falls Moderate · 43 cfs 28th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Prestonsburg (3 waterfalls)

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

Lick Falls waterfall

Lick Falls

11.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rock Bridge Falls waterfall

Rock Bridge Falls

10.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Broken Leg Falls waterfall

Broken Leg Falls

44.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Prestonsburg

Caney Falls waterfall

Caney Falls

12.2 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lick Falls waterfall

Lick Falls

11.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rock Bridge Falls waterfall

Rock Bridge Falls

10.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Broken Leg Falls waterfall

Broken Leg Falls

44.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Falls of Buffalo

30.8 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Prestonsburg

Are there free waterfalls near Prestonsburg?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Prestonsburg, including Broken Leg Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Prestonsburg?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Prestonsburg, including Broken Leg Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Prestonsburg?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Prestonsburg, including Broken Leg Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Prestonsburg?

The shortest waterfall hike near Prestonsburg is Broken Leg Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Prestonsburg?

The tallest waterfall near Prestonsburg is Broken Leg Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Prestonsburg?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Prestonsburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Prestonsburg?

The closest waterfall to Prestonsburg is Caney Falls, approximately 26.8 miles away.

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