Waterfall Hikes Near Springfield, KY

2,846 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Springfield? There are 3 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

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Springfield have live flow data today

Drennon Falls Moderate The Big Falls Moderate Stacy Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 96°F

Wed 92°F Sunny
Thu 96°F Sunny Best
Fri 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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 · 19400 cfs 53rd percentile
  2. 2 Stacy Falls Moderate · 255 cfs 48th percentile
  3. 3 The Big Falls Moderate · 125 cfs 27th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Springfield (1 waterfall)

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

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

35.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Springfield

Stacy Falls waterfall

Stacy Falls

32.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Drennon Falls

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

The Big Falls

35.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Springfield

Are there free waterfalls near Springfield?

There is 1 free waterfall near Springfield, including Stacy Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Springfield?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Springfield, including The Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Springfield?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Springfield, including The Big Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Springfield?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Springfield?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Springfield has 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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