Yahoo Falls, Waterfall in Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, Kentucky.
The water at Yahoo Falls plunges 113 feet from a sandstone cliff into a shallow pool, making it the highest waterfall in Kentucky.
Native American tribes inhabited the Big South Fork region for centuries before European settlers arrived, leaving archaeological evidence throughout the area.
The waterfall and surrounding area serve as an educational site where visitors learn about Kentucky's geological formations through interpretive markers along the trails.
Two trails lead to Yahoo Falls: a 5-mile loop with 800 feet elevation gain and a shorter 1-mile path suitable for quick visits.
Visitors can walk behind the water curtain of Yahoo Falls through a large rock shelter that spans 130 feet across.
Location: Kentucky
GPS coordinates: 36.76900,-84.51060
Latest update: March 4, 2025 08:34
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