Waterfall Hikes Near McGrath, MN

24 residents

Chicago Time Zone

2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near McGrath? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of McGrath. 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 46.2421°N, -93.2751°W

Map of Waterfalls Near McGrath

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 2 gauged

1 waterfall near McGrath has live flow data today

Big Spring Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Partly Sunny · 75°F

Thu 73°F Patchy Fog then Chance Rain Showers

Fri 75°F Partly Sunny Best

Sat 79°F Mostly Sunny

Sun 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Mon 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near McGrath

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

1 Big Spring Falls Barely Flowing · 241 cfs 1st percentile

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

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

Wolf Creek Falls waterfall

Wolf Creek Falls

30.1 miles away

Minnesota

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Spring Falls waterfall

Big Spring Falls

31.6 miles away

Minnesota

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near McGrath

Wolf Creek Falls waterfall

Wolf Creek Falls

30.1 miles away

Minnesota

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Spring Falls waterfall

Big Spring Falls

31.6 miles away

Minnesota

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near McGrath

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in McGrath?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near McGrath, including Big Spring Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near McGrath?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near McGrath, including Big Spring Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near McGrath?

The shortest waterfall hike near McGrath is Big Spring Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near McGrath require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to McGrath?

The closest waterfall to McGrath is Wolf Creek Falls, approximately 22.2 miles away.

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