Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Madison, SD

850 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Madison? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Madison. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 43.9593°N, -97.0210°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Madison

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 2 gauged

1 waterfall near Lake Madison has live flow data today

Sioux Falls Moderate

Updated 1 day ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 78°F

Wed 78°F Sunny Best
Thu 83°F Sunny
Fri 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Sat 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Tue 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Lake Madison

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Sioux Falls Roaring ยท 287 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Madison (1 waterfall)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Winnewissa Falls waterfall

Winnewissa Falls

43.8 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Madison (2 waterfalls)

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

Sioux Falls waterfall

Sioux Falls

1.1 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Lake Madison

Sioux Falls waterfall

Sioux Falls

1.1 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Winnewissa Falls waterfall

Winnewissa Falls

43.8 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Madison

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Madison?

There is 1 free waterfall near Lake Madison, including Sioux Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Madison?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Lake Madison, including Winnewissa Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Madison?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Madison, including Sioux Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Madison?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Madison, including Sioux Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Madison?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Madison is Sioux Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Madison?

The closest waterfall to Lake Madison is Sioux Falls, approximately 32.3 miles away.

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