Waterfall Hikes Near Hillsboro, MO

3,467 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hillsboro? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hillsboro. 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 38.2331°N, -90.5671°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hillsboro

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

1 of 2 waterfalls near Hillsboro is flowing strongly today

Chain of Rocks Moderate Mina Sauk Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 95°F

Tod 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Sunny
Mon 95°F Sunny
Tue 97°F Sunny
Wed 95°F Sunny Best
Thu 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Hillsboro

Updated about 2 hours 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 Chain of Rocks Moderate · 26 cfs 65th percentile

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

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

Mina Sauk Falls waterfall

Mina Sauk Falls

44.1 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

16.3 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Hillsboro

Mina Sauk Falls waterfall

Mina Sauk Falls

44.1 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

16.3 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hillsboro

Are there free waterfalls near Hillsboro?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Hillsboro, including Chain of Rocks.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hillsboro?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hillsboro, including Chain of Rocks.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hillsboro?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hillsboro, including Chain of Rocks.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hillsboro?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hillsboro is Chain of Rocks at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hillsboro?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hillsboro?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Hillsboro has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hillsboro?

The closest waterfall to Hillsboro is Mina Sauk Falls, approximately 40.1 miles away.

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