Waterfall Hikes Near Van Lear, KY

349 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Van Lear? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Van Lear. 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 37.7742°N, -82.7557°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Van Lear

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 of 4 waterfalls near Van Lear are flowing strongly today

Broken Leg Falls Roaring Rock Bridge Falls Roaring Caney Falls Roaring Lick Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Mon 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 83°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Van Lear

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Broken Leg Falls Roaring · 777 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Caney Falls Roaring · 56 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Lick Falls Roaring · 56 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Rock Bridge Falls Roaring · 777 cfs 100th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Van Lear (3 waterfalls)

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

Lick Falls waterfall

Lick Falls

47.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rock Bridge Falls waterfall

Rock Bridge Falls

41.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Broken Leg Falls waterfall

Broken Leg Falls

47.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Van Lear

Caney Falls waterfall

Caney Falls

43.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lick Falls waterfall

Lick Falls

47.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rock Bridge Falls waterfall

Rock Bridge Falls

41.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Broken Leg Falls waterfall

Broken Leg Falls

47.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Van Lear

Are there free waterfalls near Van Lear?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Van Lear, including Broken Leg Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Van Lear?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Van Lear, including Broken Leg Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Van Lear?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Van Lear, including Broken Leg Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Van Lear?

The shortest waterfall hike near Van Lear is Broken Leg Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Van Lear?

The tallest waterfall near Van Lear is Broken Leg Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Van Lear?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Van Lear have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Van Lear?

The closest waterfall to Van Lear is Caney Falls, approximately 22.7 miles away.

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