Waterfall Hikes Near West Point, KY

1,073 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Point? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Point. 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 37.9851°N, -85.9556°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Point

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near West Point have live flow data today

Falls of the Ohio Moderate The Big Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 95°F

Fri 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 94°F Sunny
Tue 95°F Sunny Best
Wed 96°F Sunny
Thu 96°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near West Point

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of the Ohio Moderate · 163 cfs 25th percentile
  2. 2 The Big Falls Barely Flowing · 39 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Point (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.

Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.6 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Point (3 waterfalls)

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

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

35.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near West Point

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

35.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft
Falls of the Ohio waterfall

Falls of the Ohio

40.6 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Point

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Point?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near West Point, including Falls of the Ohio.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Point?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Point, including Falls of the Ohio.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Point?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Point, including Falls of the Ohio.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Point?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Point is Falls of the Ohio at 1.2 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to West Point?

The closest waterfall to West Point is The Big Falls, approximately 7.1 miles away.

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