Waterfall Hikes Near Brooklyn Center, MN

33,109 residents
Chicago Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Brooklyn Center? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Brooklyn Center. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.0681°N, -93.3162°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Brooklyn Center

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 4 gauged

2 waterfalls near Brooklyn Center have live flow data today

Apple River Falls Moderate Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 4 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 82°F

Tod 83°F Partly Sunny
Tue 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Sunny
Fri 82°F Sunny Best
Sat 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Brooklyn Center

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Apple River Falls Moderate · 220 cfs 31st percentile
  2. 2 Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 2nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Brooklyn Center (3 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Saint Anthony Falls waterfall

Saint Anthony Falls

41.2 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Minnehaha Falls

42.6 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Apple River Falls waterfall

Apple River Falls

13.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Brooklyn Center (3 waterfalls)

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

Shadow Falls waterfall CC

Shadow Falls

40.7 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Brooklyn Center

Saint Anthony Falls waterfall

Saint Anthony Falls

41.2 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Shadow Falls waterfall CC

Shadow Falls

40.7 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Minnehaha Falls

42.6 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Apple River Falls waterfall

Apple River Falls

13.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Brooklyn Center

Are there free waterfalls near Brooklyn Center?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Brooklyn Center, including Apple River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Brooklyn Center?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Brooklyn Center, including Apple River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Brooklyn Center?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Brooklyn Center, including Minnehaha Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Brooklyn Center?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Brooklyn Center, including Minnehaha Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Brooklyn Center?

The shortest waterfall hike near Brooklyn Center is Apple River Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Brooklyn Center?

The tallest waterfall near Brooklyn Center is Minnehaha Falls at 53 feet.

What is the closest waterfall to Brooklyn Center?

The closest waterfall to Brooklyn Center is Saint Anthony Falls, approximately 6.8 miles away.

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