Waterfall Hikes Near Springfield, KY

2,846 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Springfield? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Springfield. 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 37.6922°N, -85.2193°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Springfield

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Springfield have live flow data today

Drennon Falls Moderate Seventy Six Falls Moderate The Big Falls Moderate Stacy Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Mon 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 89°F Sunny
Thu 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 83°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Springfield

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Drennon Falls Moderate · 15800 cfs 66th percentile
  2. 2 The Big Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 63rd percentile
  3. 3 Seventy Six Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 26th percentile
  4. 4 Stacy Falls Barely Flowing · 17 cfs 1st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Springfield (2 waterfalls)

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

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

37.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Seventy Six Falls waterfall

Seventy Six Falls

30.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Springfield

Stacy Falls waterfall

Stacy Falls

45.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Drennon Falls

22.5 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

37.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Seventy Six Falls waterfall

Seventy Six Falls

30.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Springfield

Are there free waterfalls near Springfield?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Springfield, including Seventy Six Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Springfield?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Springfield, including Seventy Six Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Springfield?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Springfield, including Seventy Six Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Springfield?

The shortest waterfall hike near Springfield is Drennon Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Springfield?

The tallest waterfall near Springfield is Seventy Six Falls at 76 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Springfield?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Springfield have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Springfield?

The closest waterfall to Springfield is Stacy Falls, approximately 21.4 miles away.

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