Waterfall Hikes Near Cook, MN

459 residents
Chicago Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cook? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cook. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 47.8412°N, -92.6887°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cook

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 17 gauged

5 waterfalls near Cook have live flow data today

Chipmunk Falls Barely Flowing Ivy Falls Moderate Snake Falls Moderate Myrtle Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Aft 77°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 78°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 91°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Cook

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Ivy Falls Moderate · 5968 cfs 39th percentile
  2. 2 Snake Falls Moderate · 5968 cfs 39th percentile
  3. 3 Myrtle Falls Moderate · 5968 cfs 39th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Moderate · 5968 cfs 39th percentile
  5. 5 Chipmunk Falls Barely Flowing · 306 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cook (1 waterfall)

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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cook (7 waterfalls)

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

Pike River Falls waterfall

Pike River Falls

13.4 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sioux Falls waterfall

Sioux Falls

17.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fiftysix Rapids

38.6 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Cook

Hannine Falls

44.7 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pike River Falls waterfall

Pike River Falls

13.4 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chipmunk Falls waterfall

Chipmunk Falls

46.8 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ash River Falls waterfall

Ash River Falls

In Voyageurs National Park
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sioux Falls waterfall

Sioux Falls

17.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fiftysix Rapids

38.6 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kettle Falls waterfall

Kettle Falls

In Voyageurs National Park
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Loon Falls waterfall

Loon Falls

22.8 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Devils Cascade

33.4 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little American Falls waterfall

Little American Falls

39.2 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

High Falls

52.5 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Newton Falls waterfall

Newton Falls

2 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pipestone Falls waterfall

Pipestone Falls

44.5 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Deadmans Rapids

25.2 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snake Falls waterfall

Snake Falls

52.8 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Myrtle Falls waterfall

Myrtle Falls

53.6 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Ivy Falls waterfall

Ivy Falls

63.8 km away
Ontario
Moderate
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cook

Are there free waterfalls near Cook?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Cook, including Fiftysix Rapids.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cook?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Cook, including Little American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cook?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cook, including Deadmans Rapids.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cook?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cook, including Ash River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cook?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cook is Ash River Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Cook require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Cook requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cook?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Cook have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cook?

The closest waterfall to Cook is Hannine Falls, approximately 10.6 miles away.

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