Indiana Waterfalls

Indiana has 5 named waterfalls on record across 4 counties. 2 need a hike. 5 have a closure or hazard note on file.

  • Closed, or no soaking or swimming
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Name Height Flows Access Fee Status
Cataract Falls Owen County
30 ft Development – Access 0.5 mi hike (round trip), paved road Fee $7 in-state / $15 out-of-state vehicle daily; $2/person age 5+ walk-in or bike (IN DNR). Status Closure or warning on file
Clifty Falls Jefferson County
– Development – Access paved road Fee Indiana State Park entrance fee (daily or annual). Status Closure or warning on file
– Development – Access paved road Fee Parking $2; Interpretive Center $9 (12+), $7 (5-11), under 5 free. Annual pass covers parking only. Status Closure or warning on file
6 ft Development – Access 0.8 mi hike (round trip), paved road Fee $7 in-state / $15 out-of-state vehicle daily; $2/person age 5+ walk-in or bike (IN DNR). Status Closure or warning on file
Williamsport Falls Warren County
55 ft Development – Access paved road Fee No gate fee published; town public viewing area. Status Closure or warning on file
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Common questions

Where are the waterfalls in Indiana?

5 named waterfalls are on record: Cataract Falls, Clifty Falls, Falls of the Ohio, McCormick's Creek Falls, and Williamsport Falls.

What is the tallest waterfall in Indiana?

Of the waterfalls on record here with a stated height, Williamsport Falls is the tallest, at about 55 ft.

Are any waterfalls in Indiana closed?

A closure or hazard note is on file for Cataract Falls, Clifty Falls, Falls of the Ohio, McCormick's Creek Falls, and Williamsport Falls. Each page has the dated detail.