Waterfall Hikes Near Finlayson, MN

190 residents
Chicago Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Finlayson? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Finlayson. 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 46.2053°N, -92.9273°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Finlayson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 3 gauged

2 waterfalls near Finlayson have live flow data today

Big Spring Falls Barely Flowing Little Manitou Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Partly Sunny · 93°F

Aft 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 93°F Partly Sunny Best
Tue 90°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 89°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Ind 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Finlayson

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Spring Falls Barely Flowing · 229 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Little Manitou Falls Barely Flowing · 116 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Finlayson (3 waterfalls)

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

Wolf Creek Falls waterfall

Wolf Creek Falls

30.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Spring Falls waterfall

Big Spring Falls

31.6 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Manitou Falls waterfall

Little Manitou Falls

43.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Finlayson

Wolf Creek Falls waterfall

Wolf Creek Falls

30.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Spring Falls waterfall

Big Spring Falls

31.6 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Manitou Falls waterfall

Little Manitou Falls

43.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Finlayson

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Finlayson?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Finlayson, including Big Spring Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Finlayson?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Finlayson, including Big Spring Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Finlayson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Finlayson is Big Spring Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Finlayson?

The tallest waterfall near Finlayson is Little Manitou Falls at 31 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Finlayson require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Finlayson?

The closest waterfall to Finlayson is Wolf Creek Falls, approximately 5.7 miles away.

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