Waterfall Hikes Near Alta Vista, KS

458 residents
Chicago Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Alta Vista? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Alta Vista. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 38.8628°N, -96.4888°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Alta Vista

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 1 gauged

1 waterfall near Alta Vista has live flow data today

Kansas Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 89°F

Fri 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Sunny
Mon 88°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Sunny Best
Wed 90°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Alta Vista

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Kansas Falls Barely Flowing ยท 45 cfs 2nd percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Alta Vista (1 waterfall)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Kansas Falls waterfall

Kansas Falls

22.3 miles away
Kansas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 1 Waterfall Near Alta Vista

Kansas Falls waterfall

Kansas Falls

22.3 miles away
Kansas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Alta Vista

Are there free waterfalls near Alta Vista?

There is 1 free waterfall near Alta Vista, including Kansas Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Alta Vista?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Alta Vista, including Kansas Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Alta Vista?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Alta Vista, including Kansas Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Alta Vista?

The shortest waterfall hike near Alta Vista is Kansas Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Alta Vista?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Alta Vista has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Alta Vista?

The closest waterfall to Alta Vista is Kansas Falls, approximately 22.7 miles away.

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