Waterfall Hikes Near Stearns, KY

1,224 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Stearns? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Stearns. 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 36.6957°N, -84.4768°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Stearns

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

13 waterfalls near Stearns have live flow data today

Amos Falls Barely Flowing Cumberland Falls Barely Flowing Dog Slaughter Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Double Drop Falls Barely Flowing Jacks Rock Falls Barely Flowing Double Falls Barely Flowing Magendanz Falls Barely Flowing Northrup Falls Barely Flowing Flatrock Falls Barely Flowing Jock Falls Barely Flowing Seventy Six Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 87°F

Aft 94°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Lab 87°F Sunny Best
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 89°F Sunny
Thu 89°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Stearns

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Amos Falls Barely Flowing · 301 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Cumberland Falls Barely Flowing · 301 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Dog Slaughter Falls Barely Flowing · 301 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Double Drop Falls Barely Flowing · 5 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Double Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Eagle Falls Barely Flowing · 301 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Stearns (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.

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 Stearns (9 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
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

31 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

33.3 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.6 miles 1,200 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Stearns

Cumberland Falls waterfall

Cumberland Falls

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

Amos Falls

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

The Falls

31 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

33.3 miles away
Tennessee
Hard
8.6 miles 1,200 ft

Jock Falls

48.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Flatrock Falls

31.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Seventy Six Falls waterfall

Seventy Six Falls

42.6 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Northrup Falls waterfall

Northrup Falls

37.3 miles away
Tennessee
Easy
1.3 miles 200 ft

Magendanz Falls

47.6 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jacks Rock Falls waterfall

Jacks Rock Falls

32 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Double Drop Falls

36.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Stearns

Are there free waterfalls near Stearns?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Stearns, including Amos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Stearns?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Stearns?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Stearns, including Amos Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Stearns?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Stearns, including Amos Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Stearns?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Stearns?

The tallest waterfall near Stearns is Seventy Six Falls at 76 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Stearns?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Stearns have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Stearns?

The closest waterfall to Stearns is Cumberland Falls, approximately 12.6 miles away.

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