Waterfall Hikes Near Colonial Pine Hills, SD

2,346 residents
Denver Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Colonial Pine Hills? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Colonial Pine Hills. 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 44.0141°N, -103.3146°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Colonial Pine Hills

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

2 of 6 waterfalls near Colonial Pine Hills are flowing strongly today

Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Grizzly Bear Falls Barely Flowing Roughlock Falls Strong Spearfish Falls Strong

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 89°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 84°F Sunny
Mon 80°F Sunny Best
Tue 83°F Sunny
Wed 87°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 90°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Colonial Pine Hills

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Roughlock Falls Moderate · 14 cfs 42nd percentile
  2. 2 Spearfish Falls Moderate · 14 cfs 42nd percentile
  3. 3 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 29th percentile
  4. 4 Grizzly Bear Falls Low · 1 cfs 15th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Colonial Pine Hills (4 waterfalls)

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

Spearfish Falls waterfall

Spearfish Falls

43.8 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roughlock Falls waterfall

Roughlock Falls

44.2 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

44.8 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Colonial Pine Hills

Thunderhead Falls waterfall

Thunderhead Falls

8.8 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grizzly Bear Falls waterfall

Grizzly Bear Falls

20.4 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spearfish Falls waterfall

Spearfish Falls

43.8 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roughlock Falls waterfall

Roughlock Falls

44.2 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

44.8 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Colonial Pine Hills

Are there free waterfalls near Colonial Pine Hills?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Colonial Pine Hills, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Colonial Pine Hills?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Colonial Pine Hills, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Colonial Pine Hills?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Colonial Pine Hills, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Colonial Pine Hills?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Colonial Pine Hills, including Cascade Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Colonial Pine Hills?

The shortest waterfall hike near Colonial Pine Hills is Bridal Veil Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Colonial Pine Hills?

The tallest waterfall near Colonial Pine Hills is Spearfish Falls at 47 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Colonial Pine Hills?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Colonial Pine Hills have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Colonial Pine Hills?

The closest waterfall to Colonial Pine Hills is Thunderhead Falls, approximately 6.3 miles away.

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