Waterfall Hikes Near Laconia, IN

63 residents
Kentucky/Louisville Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Laconia? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Laconia. 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 38.0318°N, -86.0855°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Laconia

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Laconia have live flow data today

Falls of the Ohio Moderate The Big Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 88°F

Aft 96°F Sunny
Sat 95°F Sunny
Sun 88°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 88°F Sunny Best
Tue 91°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 92°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Laconia

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of the Ohio Moderate · 10 cfs 59th percentile
  2. 2 The Big Falls Barely Flowing · 5 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Laconia (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

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

Falls of the Ohio

9.6 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Laconia (3 waterfalls)

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

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

29 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Laconia

The Big Falls waterfall

The Big Falls

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

Falls of the Ohio

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

Falls of the Ohio

9.6 miles away
Indiana
Easy
1.2 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Laconia

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Laconia?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Laconia?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Laconia?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Laconia?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Laconia?

The closest waterfall to Laconia is The Big Falls, approximately 9 miles away.

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