Discover the Tranquility of Hurst Waterfall

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are starting from the Frankfort Civic Center, head east on E Main St toward Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. Continue walking straight for about 0.5 miles until you reach the intersection with Wapping St. Turn left onto Wapping St and walk for approximately 0.3 miles. You'll then cross the bridge over the Kentucky River. After crossing the bridge, continue straight as Wapping St turns into Wapping St Ext. Follow this road until you reach the entrance of the park that leads to Hurst Waterfall.

• Public Transportation

  From the Frankfort Transit Center, take the bus route that heads towards the Kentucky State Capitol. Get off at the stop closest to the Capitol and walk down Capital Ave toward the river. After about a 10-minute walk, you will reach the Kentucky River. From there, follow the riverbank walking path which will lead you directly toward Hurst Waterfall, approximately a 15-minute walk along the scenic route.

• Biking

  If you are renting a bike in Frankfort, head south on E Main St. Continue straight until you reach the intersection with Wapping St. Turn left onto Wapping St and follow this road as it leads you across the bridge over the Kentucky River. Once across the bridge, stay on Wapping St Ext, which will take you directly to the entrance of the park where Hurst Waterfall is located. The total biking distance is approximately 1.5 miles.