Waterfall Hikes Near Crystal City, MO

4,721 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Crystal City? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Crystal City. 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 38.2227°N, -90.3813°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Crystal City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

1 of 2 waterfalls near Crystal City is flowing strongly today

Chain of Rocks Moderate Mina Sauk Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 98°F

Tod 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 94°F Sunny
Mon 96°F Sunny
Tue 98°F Sunny Best
Wed 97°F Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Crystal City

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Mina Sauk Falls Roaring · 260 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Chain of Rocks Moderate · 26 cfs 65th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Crystal City (2 waterfalls)

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

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

16.3 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mina Sauk Falls waterfall

Mina Sauk Falls

44.1 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Crystal City

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

16.3 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mina Sauk Falls waterfall

Mina Sauk Falls

44.1 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Crystal City

Are there free waterfalls near Crystal City?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Crystal City, including Chain of Rocks.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Crystal City?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Crystal City, including Chain of Rocks.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Crystal City?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Crystal City, including Chain of Rocks.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Crystal City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Crystal City is Chain of Rocks at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Crystal City?

The tallest waterfall near Crystal City is Mina Sauk Falls at 132 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Crystal City?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Crystal City has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Crystal City?

The closest waterfall to Crystal City is Chain of Rocks, approximately 34.8 miles away.

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