Waterfall Hikes Near Whitesburg, KY

2,153 residents

New_York Time Zone

5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Whitesburg? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Whitesburg. 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 37.1183°N, -82.8230°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Whitesburg

Today's Conditions

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Water Flow

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Abrams Falls Low Big Falls Low Tank Hollow Falls Low Falls of Buffalo Barely Flowing Monkey Falls Barely Flowing

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Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 81°F Partly Sunny

Sun 87°F Patchy Fog then Sunny

Mon 90°F Sunny Best

Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 77°F Rain Showers Likely

Fri 80°F Rain Showers Likely

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Whitesburg (1 waterfall)

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

Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

32.7 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Whitesburg

Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

32.7 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Monkey Falls waterfall

Monkey Falls

17.6 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

38.1 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Falls of Buffalo

39.8 miles away

Kentucky

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

23.4 miles away

Virginia

Moderate

5.0 miles 675 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Whitesburg

Are there free waterfalls near Whitesburg?

There is 1 free waterfall near Whitesburg, including Tank Hollow Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Whitesburg?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Whitesburg, including Tank Hollow Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Whitesburg?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Whitesburg, including Abrams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Whitesburg?

The shortest waterfall hike near Whitesburg is Abrams Falls at 2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Whitesburg?

The tallest waterfall near Whitesburg is Abrams Falls at 20 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Whitesburg?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Whitesburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Whitesburg?

The closest waterfall to Whitesburg is Tank Hollow Falls, approximately 37.0 miles away.

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