Waterfall Hikes Near Owingsville, KY

1,960 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Owingsville? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Owingsville. 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 38.1364°N, -83.7604°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Owingsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

2 of 5 waterfalls near Owingsville are flowing strongly today

Broken Leg Falls Barely Flowing Rock Bridge Falls Barely Flowing Caney Falls Strong Lick Falls Strong Falls of Buffalo Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Aft 95°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 86°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 91°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Owingsville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Caney Falls Strong · 45 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Lick Falls Strong · 45 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Broken Leg Falls Barely Flowing · 4 cfs 2nd percentile
  4. 4 Rock Bridge Falls Barely Flowing · 4 cfs 2nd percentile
  5. 5 Falls of Buffalo Barely Flowing · 43 cfs 0th percentile

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

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

Broken Leg Falls waterfall

Broken Leg Falls

48.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Bridge Falls waterfall

Rock Bridge Falls

39 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Lick Falls waterfall

Lick Falls

31.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Owingsville

Broken Leg Falls waterfall

Broken Leg Falls

48.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Bridge Falls waterfall

Rock Bridge Falls

39 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Lick Falls waterfall

Lick Falls

31.9 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Caney Falls waterfall

Caney Falls

35.4 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Falls of Buffalo

45.3 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Owingsville

Are there free waterfalls near Owingsville?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Owingsville, including Broken Leg Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Owingsville?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Owingsville, including Broken Leg Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Owingsville?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Owingsville, including Broken Leg Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Owingsville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Owingsville is Broken Leg Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Owingsville?

The tallest waterfall near Owingsville is Broken Leg Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Owingsville?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Owingsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Owingsville?

The closest waterfall to Owingsville is Broken Leg Falls, approximately 22.7 miles away.

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