Waterfall Hikes Near McKinley, MN

104 residents
Chicago Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near McKinley? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of McKinley. These trails range from moderate to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 47.5088°N, -92.4057°W

Map of Waterfalls Near McKinley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 8 gauged

2 waterfalls near McKinley have live flow data today

Chipmunk Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Partly Sunny · 75°F

Thu 78°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Fri 78°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sat 75°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 75°F Partly Sunny Best
Mon 77°F Sunny
Tue 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 75°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near McKinley

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Chipmunk Falls Barely Flowing · 73 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 High Falls Barely Flowing · 1861 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around McKinley (4 waterfalls)

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

Pike River Falls waterfall

Pike River Falls

32.4 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sioux Falls waterfall

Sioux Falls

25.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fiftysix Rapids

29.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Devils Cascade

31.4 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near McKinley

Pike River Falls waterfall

Pike River Falls

32.4 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sioux Falls waterfall

Sioux Falls

25.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fiftysix Rapids

29.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hannine Falls

12.9 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Loon Falls waterfall

Loon Falls

36.3 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Devils Cascade

31.4 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chipmunk Falls waterfall

Chipmunk Falls

15.5 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls

11.6 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near McKinley

Are there free waterfalls near McKinley?

There are 4 free waterfalls near McKinley, including Fiftysix Rapids.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in McKinley?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near McKinley, including Devils Cascade.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near McKinley?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near McKinley, including Devils Cascade.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near McKinley?

The shortest waterfall hike near McKinley is Chipmunk Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near McKinley require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around McKinley?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near McKinley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to McKinley?

The closest waterfall to McKinley is Pike River Falls, approximately 15.4 miles away.

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