Waterfall Hikes Near Fairburn, SD

37 residents
Denver Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairburn? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fairburn. 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 43.6869°N, -103.2087°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairburn

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Fairburn have live flow data today

Grizzly Bear Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 90°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 87°F Sunny
Mon 82°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Sunny
Wed 90°F Sunny Best
Thu 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fairburn

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Grizzly Bear Falls Low · 1 cfs 15th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fairburn (1 waterfall)

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

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Fairburn

Grizzly Bear Falls waterfall

Grizzly Bear Falls

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

Thunderhead Falls

8.8 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 Fairburn

Are there free waterfalls near Fairburn?

There is 1 free waterfall near Fairburn, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairburn?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Fairburn, including Cascade Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairburn?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairburn, including Cascade Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fairburn?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Fairburn, including Cascade Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairburn?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fairburn is Cascade Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairburn?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Fairburn have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairburn?

The closest waterfall to Fairburn is Grizzly Bear Falls, approximately 19.4 miles away.

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