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

1 of 4 waterfalls near Wayland is flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Patchy Fog then Sunny · 94°F

Wed 94°F Patchy Fog then Sunny Best
Thu 95°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Fri 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 91°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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 Falls of Buffalo Strong · 93 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Rock Bridge Falls Moderate · 51 cfs 46th percentile
  3. 3 Caney Falls Moderate · 43 cfs 28th percentile
  4. 4 Lick Falls Moderate · 43 cfs 28th 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

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

Rock Bridge Falls

10.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Wayland

Falls of Buffalo

30.8 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Caney Falls waterfall

Caney Falls

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

Lick Falls

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

Rock Bridge Falls

10.9 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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