Take A Winter Waterfall Hike In Kentucky To The Majestic Broke Leg Falls
By Andrea Limke|Published December 19, 2020
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A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.
Cold temperatures and winter weather don’t necessarily mean you have to stay indoors. With the proper attire, there are endless adventures to have around the Bluegrass and one of the easier ones can be found in Menifee County. Enjoy a winter waterfall hike in Kentucky and check out the majestic Broke Leg Falls. This is an underrated area that’s easy to get to and offers a little escape into nature. Consider a visit this winter or any other time of year.
Broke Leg Falls is a naturally beautiful area in Menifee County that's been through quite a bit over the years.
While you can still see some of this damage, the trail is accessible once again and is actually not much of a hiking trail, but more of an outdoor experience. At only .3-mile, it's a great way to get outside any time of year.
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From the parking lot, it's a quick walk to an area that leads you along bridges and steps to beautiful water views.
The flow of the creek and waterfalls is very dependent on the weather, so if you want to experience what you see in these photos, time your visit after rainfall or snow melt. Of course, you'll also need to be dressed for muddy conditions.
Keep in mind, you'll need to come back up to get out. The views from below are beautiful and there are some areas to explore, even behind the waterfall. This can be very slippery and dangerous, so always exercise caution. There are many stories as to why this is called Broke Leg Falls and you do not want to contribute to those tales.
While winter is not typically considered peak waterfall chasing season, this waterfall is definitely worth a visit throughout the coldest season.
If you just can't wait until spring or summer to go hiking, don't hesitate to put on some layers and head to this winter waterfall hike in Kentucky.
Fresh air, even when it’s cold, is great for so many reasons, so a winter waterfall hike in Kentucky may be just what you need. Bundle up and head to Menifee County for a look at Broke Leg Falls and the surrounding area. Have you been to this Menifee County Park? Were you lucky enough to see the waterfall with a decent flow? Let us know in the comments!
For more information and details on how to find this winter waterfall hike in Kentucky, check out Broke Leg Falls on Alltrails.
