Waterfall Hikes Near Kansas City, MO

1,689,556 residents

Chicago Time Zone

1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kansas City? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Kansas City. 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 39.1238°N, -94.5541°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kansas City

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Rochester Falls Low

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Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Tue 85°F Partly Sunny

Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Sun 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny Best

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Kansas City (1 waterfall)

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Rochester Falls waterfall

Rochester Falls

45.8 miles away

Missouri

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 1 Waterfall Near Kansas City

Rochester Falls waterfall

Rochester Falls

45.8 miles away

Missouri

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kansas City

Are there free waterfalls near Kansas City?

There is 1 free waterfall near Kansas City, including Rochester Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kansas City?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Kansas City, including Rochester Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kansas City?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Kansas City, including Rochester Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kansas City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Kansas City is Rochester Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to Kansas City?

The closest waterfall to Kansas City is Rochester Falls, approximately 44.3 miles away.

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