Waterfall Hikes Near Salyersville, KY

1,880 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Salyersville? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Salyersville. 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 37.7459°N, -83.0646°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Salyersville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Salyersville is flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 95°F

Wed 94°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Thu 96°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Fri 95°F Sunny Best
Ind 94°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Salyersville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of Buffalo Strong · 95 cfs 85th percentile
  2. 2 Broken Leg Falls Moderate · 49 cfs 44th percentile
  3. 3 Rock Bridge Falls Moderate · 49 cfs 44th 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 Salyersville (3 waterfalls)

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

Rock Bridge Falls waterfall

Rock Bridge Falls

10.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Lick Falls waterfall

Lick Falls

11.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Broken Leg Falls waterfall

Broken Leg Falls

44.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Salyersville

Rock Bridge Falls waterfall

Rock Bridge Falls

10.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Lick Falls waterfall

Lick Falls

11.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Broken Leg Falls waterfall

Broken Leg Falls

44.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Caney Falls waterfall

Caney Falls

12.2 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 Salyersville

Are there free waterfalls near Salyersville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Salyersville?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Salyersville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Salyersville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Salyersville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Salyersville?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Salyersville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Salyersville?

The closest waterfall to Salyersville is Rock Bridge Falls, approximately 22.2 miles away.

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