Waterfall Hikes Near Stearns, KY

1,224 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Stearns? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Stearns. 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 36.6957°N, -84.4768°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Stearns

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

3 of 13 waterfalls near Stearns are flowing strongly today

Amos Falls Moderate Cumberland Falls Moderate Dog Slaughter Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Moderate Double Drop Falls Moderate Jacks Rock Falls Moderate Double Falls Strong Magendanz Falls Strong Northrup Falls Strong Flatrock Falls Moderate Jock Falls Barely Flowing Seventy Six Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 89°F

Sat 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 89°F Sunny Best
Tue 92°F Sunny
Wed 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 93°F Sunny
Fri 92°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Stearns

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Double Falls Strong · 25 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Magendanz Falls Strong · 25 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Northrup Falls Strong · 25 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Flatrock Falls Moderate · 140 cfs 69th percentile
  5. 5 Double Drop Falls Moderate · 11 cfs 67th percentile
  6. 6 Jacks Rock Falls Moderate · 11 cfs 67th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Stearns (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.

Cumberland Falls waterfall

Cumberland Falls

10.2 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Amos Falls waterfall

Amos Falls

36.2 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Stearns (9 waterfalls)

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

Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

10.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Dog Slaughter Falls waterfall

Dog Slaughter Falls

40.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

31.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

29.3 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.6 miles 1,200 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Stearns

Cumberland Falls waterfall

Cumberland Falls

10.2 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

10.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Dog Slaughter Falls waterfall

Dog Slaughter Falls

40.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
Amos Falls waterfall

Amos Falls

36.2 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

31.5 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

29.3 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.6 miles 1,200 ft

Jock Falls

33.5 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Flatrock Falls

22.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Seventy Six Falls waterfall

Seventy Six Falls

43.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Northrup Falls waterfall

Northrup Falls

43.7 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
1.3 miles 200 ft

Magendanz Falls

44.7 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jacks Rock Falls waterfall

Jacks Rock Falls

13 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Double Drop Falls

17.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Stearns

Are there free waterfalls near Stearns?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Stearns, including Amos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Stearns?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Stearns?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Stearns, including Amos Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Stearns?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Stearns, including Amos Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Stearns?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Stearns?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Stearns?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Stearns have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Stearns?

The closest waterfall to Stearns is Cumberland Falls, approximately 12.6 miles away.

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