Can you get in Cataract Falls?
John Thompson
Published May 02, 2026
Also question is, can you get in the water at Cataract Falls?
Start your hike at the signed trailhead beside Alpine Lake. The lake is a reservoir used for drinking water, hence the no swimming and no wading signs. No matter, this hike is pure waterfall and forest eye candy.
Likewise, what is a Cataract Falls? Cataract, a waterfall (q.v.), especially one containing great volumes of water rushing over a precipice.
Also asked, how much does it cost to go to Cataract Falls Indiana?
This state-managed recreation area is located just a few miles south of I-70 on the shores of Cagles Mill Lake. The entrance fee is $7 for residents/$9 for out-of-state visitors. It has many of the amenities of a state park including a seasonal aquatic center (extra charge), nature center, and camping.
Can you drive to Cataract Falls Indiana?
Cataract Falls is in Lieber State Recreation Area. This is the largest waterfall in Indiana by volume. There is a trail between the upper and lower falls, but you can also drive. There is a $5 fee to visit the park.