Waterfall Hikes Near Phelps, KY

446 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Phelps? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Phelps. 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 37.5090°N, -82.1605°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Phelps

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Phelps have live flow data today

Abrams Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Tank Hollow Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 25 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Aft 95°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 92°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Areas Of Fog
Lab 85°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Phelps

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Abrams Falls Barely Flowing · 16 cfs 3rd percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Barely Flowing · 196 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Tank Hollow Falls Barely Flowing · 196 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Phelps (1 waterfall)

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

Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

37.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Phelps

Tank Hollow Falls waterfall

Tank Hollow Falls

37.3 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

40.5 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Abrams Falls waterfall

Abrams Falls

45.9 miles away
Virginia
Moderate
5.0 miles 675 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Phelps

Are there free waterfalls near Phelps?

There is 1 free waterfall near Phelps, including Tank Hollow Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Phelps?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Phelps, including Tank Hollow Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Phelps?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Phelps, including Abrams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Phelps?

The shortest waterfall hike near Phelps is Abrams Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Phelps?

The tallest waterfall near Phelps is Abrams Falls at 20 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Phelps?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Phelps have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Phelps?

The closest waterfall to Phelps is Tank Hollow Falls, approximately 28.1 miles away.

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