Waterfall Hikes Near St. Mary of the Woods, IN

784 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near St. Mary of the Woods? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of St. Mary of the Woods. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.5123°N, -87.4631°W

Map of Waterfalls Near St. Mary of the Woods

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near St. Mary of the Woods have live flow data today

Groundhog Falls Barely Flowing Vermillion Falls Barely Flowing Lower Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Upper Cataract Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 83°F

Tod 85°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Sunny
Fri 81°F Sunny
Sat 83°F Sunny Best
Sun 87°F Sunny
Mon 90°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near St. Mary of the Woods

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Groundhog Falls Barely Flowing · 67 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Cataract Falls Barely Flowing · 63 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Vermillion Falls Barely Flowing · 67 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Cataract Falls Barely Flowing · 63 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near St. Mary of the Woods (2 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.

Lower Cataract Falls waterfall

Lower Cataract Falls

34.2 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

34.8 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near St. Mary of the Woods

Groundhog Falls waterfall

Groundhog Falls

22.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Cataract Falls waterfall

Lower Cataract Falls

34.2 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

34.8 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Vermillion Falls

29.4 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near St. Mary of the Woods

Are there free waterfalls near St. Mary of the Woods?

There is 1 free waterfall near St. Mary of the Woods, including Vermillion Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near St. Mary of the Woods?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near St. Mary of the Woods, including Lower Cataract Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in St. Mary of the Woods?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near St. Mary of the Woods, including Lower Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near St. Mary of the Woods?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near St. Mary of the Woods, including Lower Cataract Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near St. Mary of the Woods?

The shortest waterfall hike near St. Mary of the Woods is Groundhog Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near St. Mary of the Woods?

The tallest waterfall near St. Mary of the Woods is Upper Cataract Falls at 20 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around St. Mary of the Woods?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near St. Mary of the Woods have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to St. Mary of the Woods?

The closest waterfall to St. Mary of the Woods is Groundhog Falls, approximately 26 miles away.

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