Waterfall Hikes Near Lindstrom, MN

4,891 residents
Chicago Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lindstrom? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lindstrom. 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 45.3870°N, -92.8477°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lindstrom

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 6 gauged

1 of 3 waterfalls near Lindstrom is flowing strongly today

Apple River Falls Moderate Big Spring Falls Strong Minnehaha Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Wed 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 91°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Ind 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Lindstrom

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Spring Falls Strong · 250 cfs 82nd percentile
  2. 2 Apple River Falls Moderate · 428 cfs 27th percentile
  3. 3 Minnehaha Falls Low · 36 cfs 12th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lindstrom (3 waterfalls)

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.

Apple River Falls waterfall

Apple River Falls

48.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Saint Anthony Falls waterfall

Saint Anthony Falls

26.1 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Minnehaha Falls

31.3 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lindstrom (5 waterfalls)

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

Big Spring Falls waterfall

Big Spring Falls

31.6 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shadow Falls waterfall CC

Shadow Falls

30.5 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wolf Creek Falls waterfall

Wolf Creek Falls

30.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Lindstrom

Apple River Falls waterfall

Apple River Falls

48.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Big Spring Falls waterfall

Big Spring Falls

31.6 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shadow Falls waterfall CC

Shadow Falls

30.5 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Saint Anthony Falls waterfall

Saint Anthony Falls

26.1 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Wolf Creek Falls waterfall

Wolf Creek Falls

30.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Minnehaha Falls

31.3 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lindstrom

Are there free waterfalls near Lindstrom?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Lindstrom, including Apple River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lindstrom?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Lindstrom, including Apple River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lindstrom?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lindstrom, including Big Spring Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lindstrom?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lindstrom, including Big Spring Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lindstrom?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lindstrom is Apple River Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lindstrom?

The tallest waterfall near Lindstrom is Minnehaha Falls at 53 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lindstrom require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Lindstrom requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

What is the closest waterfall to Lindstrom?

The closest waterfall to Lindstrom is Apple River Falls, approximately 16.9 miles away.

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