A 33-Foot Plunge Waterfall with Accessible Viewing Along Laurel Fork Creek in Kentucky.
About Flat Lick Falls
Flat Lick Falls is a 33-foot-high plunge waterfall along Laurel Fork Creek in Jackson County, Kentucky. It can be viewed from the top via a wheelchair-accessible viewing platform or from the bottom via a rugged half-mile out-and-back footpath.
The surrounding land has been developed into a small county-maintained recreation area with five miles of trails, a tent and RV campground, and restrooms.
Camping
Campground At a Glance
Total Sites
13 sites
Hookups
Array
Reservations
First-come first-served
Fee Per Night
$10–$35
Potable Water
Yes
Toilets
Flush toilets
Showers
Yes — hot
Fire Rings
Yes
Hiking Trails
Flat Lick Falls Trail
Easy
.5 miles distance 1u20132 hours Out & Back
Field Notes ›
The Flat Lick Falls Trail is a half-mile out-and-back trail that leads to the base of Flat Lick Falls. The first 400 yards are paved and lead to a wheelchair-accessible lookout platform. The remainder of the trail is more rugged and includes a modest descent into the valley and a stream crossing.
Waterfalls
Waterfall Overview
Height
28 feet
Type
Plunge
Flow Season
Year-round
Distance
.5 miles
Access
Easy (< 0.5 mi)
Swimming
At own risk
Best Viewpoint
Upper observation area; creekside.
Dogs
Yes — on leash
Photos
Current Weather
Current conditions near McKee, Kentucky.
