Waterfall Hikes Near Leota, MN

146 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Leota? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Leota. 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 43.8298°N, -96.0218°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Leota

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 2 gauged

1 waterfall near Leota has live flow data today

Sioux Falls Low

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Aft 94°F Sunny
Sat 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 81°F Sunny
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Leota

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Sioux Falls Low ยท 125 cfs 19th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Leota (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

48.2 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

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

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

Sioux Falls waterfall

Sioux Falls

42.8 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Leota

Winnewissa Falls waterfall

Winnewissa Falls

48.2 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Sioux Falls waterfall

Sioux Falls

42.8 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Leota

Are there free waterfalls near Leota?

There is 1 free waterfall near Leota, including Sioux Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Leota?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Leota?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Leota?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Leota?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Leota?

The closest waterfall to Leota is Winnewissa Falls, approximately 21.7 miles away.

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