The best waterfall hikes and walks in Kentucky

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Dive into the area’s natural wonders with our curated list of waterfall hikes and walks in Kentucky. Whether you’re after eye-catching cascades or serene streams, here are some of the best hiking trails in Kentucky with waterfalls.

The Rock Bridge and Creation Falls loop — Red River Gorge	Easy 00:38 2.23km
Cumberland Falls and Eagle Falls Loop — Daniel Boone National Forest	Easy 01:04 3.05km
Lick Creek Falls & Princess Falls from Yamacraw Bridge — Daniel Boone National Forest	Intermediate 02:18 8.63km
Big Spring Falls from Blue Heron - Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area	Intermediate 03:45 12.3km

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The Rock Bridge and Creation Falls loop — Red River Gorge
00:38
2.23km
3.5km/h
50m
60m
Easy
4.5
(4)
40
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Cumberland Falls and Eagle Falls Loop — Daniel Boone National Forest
01:04
3.05km
2.8km/h
80m
80m
Easy
5.0
(6)
16
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Lick Creek Falls & Princess Falls from Yamacraw Bridge — Daniel Boone National Forest
02:18
8.63km
3.7km/h
100m
100m
Intermediate
2
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Big Spring Falls from Blue Heron - Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area
03:45
12.3km
3.3km/h
410m
410m
Intermediate
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.