Waterfall Hikes Near Tompkinsville, KY

2,699 residents
Chicago Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Tompkinsville? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Tompkinsville. 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 36.7012°N, -85.6927°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Tompkinsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

8 waterfalls near Tompkinsville have live flow data today

Burgess Falls Low Cul-car-mac Falls Low Cummins Falls Barely Flowing Dry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Jock Falls Barely Flowing Seventy Six Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 88°F

Aft 96°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 95°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Sunny
Lab 88°F Sunny Best
Tue 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 92°F Sunny
Thu 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Tompkinsville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Burgess Falls Low · 23 cfs 19th percentile
  2. 2 Cul-car-mac Falls Low · 9 cfs 19th percentile
  3. 3 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 128 cfs 2nd percentile
  4. 4 Cummins Falls Barely Flowing · 7 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Dry Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 7 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Jock Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Tompkinsville (5 waterfalls)

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

Cummins Falls waterfall

Cummins Falls

35.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Seventy Six Falls waterfall

Seventy Six Falls

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

Burgess Falls

8.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Jock Falls

48.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Tompkinsville

Cummins Falls waterfall

Cummins Falls

35.9 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Dry Creek Falls waterfall

Dry Creek Falls

34.2 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Seventy Six Falls waterfall

Seventy Six Falls

42.6 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Irvine Fall

47 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Burgess Falls waterfall

Burgess Falls

8.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Jock Falls

48.7 miles away
Kentucky
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Cul-car-mac Falls

12.4 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

21.8 miles away
Tennessee
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Tompkinsville

Are there free waterfalls near Tompkinsville?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Tompkinsville, including Burgess Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Tompkinsville?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Tompkinsville, including Burgess Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Tompkinsville?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Tompkinsville, including Burgess Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Tompkinsville?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Tompkinsville, including Cummins Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Tompkinsville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Tompkinsville is Burgess Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Tompkinsville?

The tallest waterfall near Tompkinsville is Burgess Falls at 136 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Tompkinsville require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Tompkinsville requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Tompkinsville?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Tompkinsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Tompkinsville?

The closest waterfall to Tompkinsville is Cummins Falls, approximately 27.2 miles away.

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