Waterfall Hikes Near Mount Vernon, KY

2,342 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mount Vernon? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mount Vernon. 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 37.3654°N, -84.3401°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mount Vernon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

1 of 7 waterfalls near Mount Vernon is flowing strongly today

Amos Falls Barely Flowing Cumberland Falls Barely Flowing Dog Slaughter Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Anglin Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Buffalo Strong Stacy Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 86°F

Aft 96°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Lab 86°F Sunny Best
Tue 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Mount Vernon

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Falls of Buffalo Strong · 45 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Stacy Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 39th percentile
  3. 3 Anglin Falls Low · 269 cfs 10th percentile
  4. 4 Amos Falls Barely Flowing · 292 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Cumberland Falls Barely Flowing · 292 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Dog Slaughter Falls Barely Flowing · 292 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mount Vernon (3 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.

Anglin Falls waterfall

Anglin Falls

13.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.7 miles 200 ft
Cumberland Falls waterfall

Cumberland Falls

30.5 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Amos Falls waterfall

Amos Falls

34.9 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mount Vernon (5 waterfalls)

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

Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

30.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Dog Slaughter Falls waterfall

Dog Slaughter Falls

30.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Mount Vernon

Anglin Falls waterfall

Anglin Falls

13.1 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.7 miles 200 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

30.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Cumberland Falls waterfall

Cumberland Falls

30.5 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Dog Slaughter Falls waterfall

Dog Slaughter Falls

30.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
Amos Falls waterfall

Amos Falls

34.9 miles away
Kentucky
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft
Stacy Falls waterfall

Stacy Falls

49.8 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Falls of Buffalo

45.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mount Vernon

Are there free waterfalls near Mount Vernon?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Mount Vernon, including Amos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mount Vernon?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Mount Vernon, including Amos Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mount Vernon?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mount Vernon, including Amos Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Vernon?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Vernon, including Amos Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mount Vernon?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Mount Vernon?

The tallest waterfall near Mount Vernon is Cumberland Falls at 68 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mount Vernon?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Mount Vernon have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mount Vernon?

The closest waterfall to Mount Vernon is Anglin Falls, approximately 11.8 miles away.

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