Waterfall Hikes Near Green Valley, SD

1,353 residents
Denver Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Green Valley? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Green Valley. 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 44.0390°N, -103.1116°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Green Valley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

1 of 3 waterfalls near Green Valley is flowing strongly today

Grizzly Bear Falls Barely Flowing Spearfish Falls Strong

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 87°F

Aft 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 93°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 89°F Sunny
Mon 85°F Sunny
Tue 87°F Sunny Best
Wed 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Green Valley

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Spearfish Falls Moderate · 14 cfs 42nd percentile
  2. 2 Grizzly Bear Falls Low · 1 cfs 15th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Green Valley (1 waterfall)

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

Spearfish Falls waterfall

Spearfish Falls

43.8 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Green Valley

Thunderhead Falls waterfall

Thunderhead Falls

8.8 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grizzly Bear Falls waterfall

Grizzly Bear Falls

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

Spearfish Falls

43.8 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Green Valley

Are there free waterfalls near Green Valley?

There is 1 free waterfall near Green Valley, including Spearfish Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Green Valley?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Green Valley, including Spearfish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Green Valley?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Green Valley, including Spearfish Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Green Valley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Green Valley is Grizzly Bear Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Green Valley?

The tallest waterfall near Green Valley is Spearfish Falls at 47 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Green Valley?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Green Valley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Green Valley?

The closest waterfall to Green Valley is Thunderhead Falls, approximately 13.7 miles away.

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