Waterfall Hikes Near Wayland, KY

329 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wayland? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wayland. 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 37.4508°N, -82.7996°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wayland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

3 of 4 waterfalls near Wayland are flowing strongly today

Caney Falls Roaring Lick Falls Roaring Falls of Buffalo Moderate Rock Bridge Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 88°F

Mon 87°F Patchy Fog
Tue 83°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Wed 88°F Sunny Best
Thu 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Wayland

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Caney Falls Roaring · 56 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Lick Falls Roaring · 56 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Rock Bridge Falls Roaring · 777 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Falls of Buffalo Moderate · 290 cfs 52nd percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wayland (2 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

All 4 Waterfalls Near Wayland

Falls of Buffalo

42.1 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wayland

Are there free waterfalls near Wayland?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Wayland, including Lick Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wayland?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wayland, including Lick Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wayland?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wayland, including Lick Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wayland?

The shortest waterfall hike near Wayland is Caney Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wayland?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Wayland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wayland?

The closest waterfall to Wayland is Falls of Buffalo, approximately 36.5 miles away.

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