Waterfall Hikes Near Cowan, IN

84 residents
Indiana/Indianapolis Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cowan? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cowan. 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 40.1059°N, -85.3886°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cowan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Cowan have live flow data today

Derbyshire Falls Barely Flowing Elkhorn Falls Barely Flowing Greenville Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 93°F Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 81°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Cowan

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Elkhorn Falls Barely Flowing · 100 cfs 7th percentile
  2. 2 Derbyshire Falls Barely Flowing · 1010 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Greenville Falls Barely Flowing · 65 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cowan (2 waterfalls)

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

Derbyshire Falls

31.1 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greenville Falls waterfall

Greenville Falls

13.2 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Cowan

Derbyshire Falls

31.1 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Elkhorn Falls

48 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greenville Falls waterfall

Greenville Falls

13.2 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cowan

Are there free waterfalls near Cowan?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Cowan, including Derbyshire Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cowan?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cowan, including Derbyshire Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cowan?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cowan, including Derbyshire Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cowan?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cowan is Derbyshire Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cowan?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Cowan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cowan?

The closest waterfall to Cowan is Derbyshire Falls, approximately 38.1 miles away.

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