Waterfall Hikes Near Monticello, KY

5,770 residents
Kentucky/Monticello Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Seventy Six Falls pours 76 feet into a Lake Cumberland cove west of Monticello, and you can nearly park at the rim. Cumberland Falls is the bigger name, 68 feet of the whole river going over at once, half a mile from the lot. Eagle Falls faces it from the far bank, 1.5 miles with 300 feet of climb. Fifteen falls come inside the radius and nearly every one allows dogs. Northrup Falls, down over the Tennessee line, runs a 1.3 mile loop past a 60 foot drop.

Located at 36.8412°N, -84.8502°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Monticello

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 88°F

Aft 95°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 93°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Lab 88°F Sunny Best
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Monticello

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Stacy Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 39th percentile
  2. 2 Basin Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 2nd percentile
  3. 3 Ozone Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 2nd percentile
  4. 4 Amos Falls Barely Flowing · 301 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Cumberland Falls Barely Flowing · 301 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Dog Slaughter Falls Barely Flowing · 301 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Monticello (4 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.

30.5 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
37.3 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
1.3 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Monticello (10 waterfalls)

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

48.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
42.6 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
30.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
30.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Monticello

48.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
42.6 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
30.5 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
30.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
30.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
37.3 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
1.3 miles 200 ft
47.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
31 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
34.9 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft
33.3 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.6 miles 1,200 ft
49.8 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
36.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
32 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
25.4 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
25 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Monticello

Are there free waterfalls near Monticello?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Monticello, including Amos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Monticello?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Monticello, including Amos Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Monticello?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Monticello, including Amos Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Monticello?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Monticello, including Amos Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Monticello?

The shortest waterfall hike near Monticello is Amos Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Monticello?

The tallest waterfall near Monticello is Ozone Falls at 110 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Monticello?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Monticello have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Monticello?

The closest waterfall to Monticello is Jock Falls, approximately 2.8 miles away.

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