Waterfall Hikes Near Pilot Knob, MO

773 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pilot Knob? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pilot Knob. 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 37.6236°N, -90.6455°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pilot Knob

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

1 of 2 waterfalls near Pilot Knob is flowing strongly today

Mina Sauk Falls Roaring Rocky Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 96°F

Tod 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 91°F Sunny
Mon 94°F Sunny
Tue 96°F Sunny Best
Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Pilot Knob

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Mina Sauk Falls Roaring · 260 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Rocky Falls Moderate · 283 cfs 50th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pilot Knob (2 waterfalls)

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

Mina Sauk Falls waterfall

Mina Sauk Falls

44.1 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Rocky Falls waterfall

Rocky Falls

40.8 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Pilot Knob

Mina Sauk Falls waterfall

Mina Sauk Falls

44.1 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Rocky Falls waterfall

Rocky Falls

40.8 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pilot Knob

Are there free waterfalls near Pilot Knob?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Pilot Knob, including Mina Sauk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pilot Knob?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pilot Knob, including Mina Sauk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pilot Knob?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pilot Knob, including Mina Sauk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pilot Knob?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Pilot Knob, including Rocky Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pilot Knob?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pilot Knob is Mina Sauk Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pilot Knob?

The tallest waterfall near Pilot Knob is Mina Sauk Falls at 132 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pilot Knob?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Pilot Knob have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pilot Knob?

The closest waterfall to Pilot Knob is Mina Sauk Falls, approximately 7 miles away.

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