Waterfall Hikes Near Gainesville, MO

835 residents
Chicago Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gainesville? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gainesville. 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 36.6063°N, -92.4245°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gainesville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 5 gauged

1 waterfall near Gainesville has live flow data today

The Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 94°F

Sat 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Sunny
Mon 93°F Sunny
Tue 94°F Sunny Best
Wed 93°F Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Gainesville

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

  1. 1 The Falls Low · 777 cfs 19th percentile

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

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

Bear Pen Falls

36.8 miles away
Arkansas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cottonwood Falls waterfall

Cottonwood Falls

26.9 miles away
Arkansas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Saddler Falls

26.6 miles away
Arkansas
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Gainesville

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

29.8 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lay Falls waterfall

Lay Falls

21.7 miles away
Arkansas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bear Pen Falls

36.8 miles away
Arkansas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cottonwood Falls waterfall

Cottonwood Falls

26.9 miles away
Arkansas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Saddler Falls

26.6 miles away
Arkansas
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gainesville

Are there free waterfalls near Gainesville?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Gainesville, including Bear Pen Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gainesville?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gainesville, including Bear Pen Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gainesville?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gainesville, including Bear Pen Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gainesville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Gainesville is Bear Pen Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gainesville?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Gainesville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gainesville?

The closest waterfall to Gainesville is The Falls, approximately 13.6 miles away.

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