Waterfall Hikes Near Stinesville, IN

350 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Stinesville? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Stinesville. 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 39.3000°N, -86.6498°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Stinesville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Stinesville is flowing strongly today

Groundhog Falls Moderate Vermillion Falls Moderate Hindostan Falls Roaring Lower Cataract Falls Moderate Upper Cataract Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Wed 86°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 83°F Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Stinesville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Hindostan Falls Roaring · 5400 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Groundhog Falls Moderate · 189 cfs 53rd percentile
  3. 3 Vermillion Falls Moderate · 189 cfs 53rd percentile
  4. 4 Lower Cataract Falls Moderate · 48 cfs 52nd percentile
  5. 5 Upper Cataract Falls Moderate · 48 cfs 52nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Stinesville (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.

Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

14 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Lower Cataract Falls waterfall

Lower Cataract Falls

13.9 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Stinesville (3 waterfalls)

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

Hindostan Falls waterfall

Hindostan Falls

14.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Stinesville

Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

14 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Lower Cataract Falls waterfall

Lower Cataract Falls

13.9 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Vermillion Falls

37 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Groundhog Falls waterfall

Groundhog Falls

42.3 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hindostan Falls waterfall

Hindostan Falls

14.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Stinesville

Are there free waterfalls near Stinesville?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Stinesville, including Hindostan Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Stinesville?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Stinesville, including Lower Cataract Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Stinesville?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Stinesville, including Hindostan Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Stinesville?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Stinesville, including Hindostan Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Stinesville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Stinesville is Groundhog Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Stinesville?

The tallest waterfall near Stinesville is Upper Cataract Falls at 20 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Stinesville?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Stinesville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Stinesville?

The closest waterfall to Stinesville is Upper Cataract Falls, approximately 13.5 miles away.

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