Waterfall Hikes Near Ellington, MO

1,302 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ellington? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ellington. 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 37.2364°N, -90.9733°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ellington

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

1 of 2 waterfalls near Ellington is flowing strongly today

Mina Sauk Falls Roaring Rocky Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 94°F

Tod 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 91°F Sunny
Mon 93°F Sunny
Tue 94°F Sunny Best
Wed 93°F Sunny
Thu 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Ellington

Updated about 1 hour 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 Rocky Falls Moderate · 283 cfs 50th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ellington (2 waterfalls)

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

Rocky Falls waterfall

Rocky Falls

40.8 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 Ellington

Rocky Falls waterfall

Rocky Falls

40.8 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 Ellington

Are there free waterfalls near Ellington?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Ellington, including Mina Sauk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ellington?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ellington, including Mina Sauk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ellington?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ellington, including Mina Sauk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ellington?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Ellington, including Rocky Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ellington?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ellington is Mina Sauk Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ellington?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ellington?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Ellington have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ellington?

The closest waterfall to Ellington is Rocky Falls, approximately 17 miles away.

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