Waterfall Hikes Near Richmond, KY

34,883 residents
New York Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Richmond puts the Bluegrass behind you fast. Drive southeast and the knobs begin. Anglin Falls, tucked in a nature preserve outside Berea, makes the closest good walk at under two miles. Red River Gorge country adds Rock Bridge Falls on a short loop. Broken Leg Falls waits sixty feet tall a few minutes from the highway. Cumberland Falls, farther down, is the big one, a whole river going over at once. Eight falls in the radius, dogs welcome nearly everywhere.

Located at 37.7307°N, -84.2925°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Richmond

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

4 of 8 waterfalls near Richmond are flowing strongly today

Amos Falls Strong Cumberland Falls Strong Dog Slaughter Falls Strong Eagle Falls Strong Anglin Falls Low Broken Leg Falls Barely Flowing Rock Bridge Falls Barely Flowing Stacy Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

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Flowing best right now near Richmond

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Amos Falls Strong · 1460 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Cumberland Falls Strong · 1460 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Dog Slaughter Falls Strong · 1460 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Eagle Falls Strong · 1460 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Anglin Falls Low · 805 cfs 21st percentile
  6. 6 Stacy Falls Low · 31 cfs 11th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Richmond (3 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.

Anglin Falls waterfall

Anglin Falls

25.6 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.7 miles 200 ft
Amos Falls waterfall

Amos Falls

15.4 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Richmond (7 waterfalls)

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

Rock Bridge Falls waterfall

Rock Bridge Falls

Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Broken Leg Falls waterfall

Broken Leg Falls

9.8 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dog Slaughter Falls waterfall

Dog Slaughter Falls

14.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

12.8 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Richmond

Anglin Falls waterfall

Anglin Falls

25.6 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.7 miles 200 ft
Rock Bridge Falls waterfall

Rock Bridge Falls

Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Broken Leg Falls waterfall

Broken Leg Falls

9.8 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dog Slaughter Falls waterfall

Dog Slaughter Falls

14.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

12.8 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Amos Falls waterfall

Amos Falls

15.4 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft
Cumberland Falls waterfall

Cumberland Falls

12.5 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Stacy Falls waterfall

Stacy Falls

28.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Richmond

Are there free waterfalls near Richmond?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Richmond, including Amos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Richmond?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Richmond, including Amos Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Richmond?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Richmond, including Amos Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Richmond?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Richmond, including Amos Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Richmond?

The shortest waterfall hike near Richmond is Amos Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Richmond?

The tallest waterfall near Richmond is Cumberland Falls at 68 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Richmond?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Richmond have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Richmond?

The closest waterfall to Richmond is Anglin Falls, approximately 14.5 miles away.

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