There are few things more relaxing than a scenic drive and the sound of a rushing waterfall. Combine those two stress busters into one and you have a wonderful way to spend the day! If you find yourself in Madison County between Richmond and Berea in Kentucky, you'll find Silver Creek, a large creek that flows through the county and eventually empties into the Kentucky River. Within this creek, you'll also find a sweet little roadside waterfall: Silver Creek Falls. This beautiful cascade is a wonderful hidden spot to stop and see for yourself! Fortunately, the short and sweet trek to get here isn't just one of the best hikes in Kentucky, it's also one of the most accessible waterfall trails in the Bluegrass, too.

To find this scenic spot in Kentucky, you won't have to venture too far from I-75, just west of Richmond.

From 75, take the Barnes Mill Road exit, which is 876. Head west for about five miles and then turn left onto Minerich Farm Road. There you'll find a small parking lot that's not far from this roadside waterfall in Kentucky.

You can see this spot and put in your own address with this map.

The closer you get to that turn onto Minerich Farm, you'll start to see the creek on your left. Once you park, carefully cross the road and follow the path to the creek.

Silver Creek flows for 40 miles through Madison County, from Berea to the Kentucky River.

While its depth ranges from just a few inches to about eight feet, it is this particular spot that gets a lot of attention and it's easy to see why.

This gorgeous cascade runs the width of the creek and is a great local hidden gem.

Of course, you'll always want to use caution when around any body of water, but you can get a pretty good look at the falls with very little effort.

When the water is really flowing, the sights are even more beautiful.

As with any destination in nature, be respectful of the land and leave no trace of your visit. Bring your camera and spend some time enjoying the scenery and that relaxing sound of a waterfall.

Some waterfalls in Kentucky require miles of hiking to be able to enjoy their beauty.

But this roadside cascade is fairly accessible and makes for a great side trip when you find yourself in this area of Kentucky. It's a great place to dip your feet on a warm summer's day!

The Bluegrass State is filled with scenic creeks and waterfalls, but not many are as accessible as the humble Silver Creek waterfall in Kentucky. Next time you're in the area, be sure to take a scenic drive through Madison County and track down this beautiful cascade along the road!

Have you visited this local hidden gem near Richmond? Do you know of any other similar spots in Kentucky? What do you think are the best hikes in Kentucky? Let us know in the comments!

If you want to experience more of the prettiest hikes in Kentucky, you'll want to check out these 12 trails, which traipse through some of the most spectacular scenery in the Bluegrass State,  including many waterfalls!