Waterfall Hikes Near Rapid City, SD

87,826 residents
Denver Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rapid City? Luckily, there are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rapid City, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 44.0716°N, -103.2204°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rapid City

Find waterfalls to hike near Rapid City

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rapid City (4 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.

Thunderhead Falls waterfall

Thunderhead Falls

9.4 miles away

South Dakota

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.25 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Spearfish Falls waterfall

Spearfish Falls

6.9 miles away

South Dakota

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Roughlock Falls waterfall

Roughlock Falls

33.3 miles away

South Dakota

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

8 miles away

South Dakota

Difficulty: Drive Up

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rapid City (3 waterfalls)

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

Spearfish Falls waterfall

Spearfish Falls

6.9 miles away

South Dakota

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Roughlock Falls waterfall

Roughlock Falls

33.3 miles away

South Dakota

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

8 miles away

South Dakota

Difficulty: Drive Up

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Rapid City With Waterfalls

Thunderhead Falls waterfall

Thunderhead Falls

9.4 miles away

South Dakota

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.25 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Grizzly Bear Falls waterfall

Grizzly Bear Falls

36.7 miles away

South Dakota

Difficulty: Unknown

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Spearfish Falls waterfall

Spearfish Falls

6.9 miles away

South Dakota

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Roughlock Falls waterfall

Roughlock Falls

33.3 miles away

South Dakota

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

8 miles away

South Dakota

Difficulty: Drive Up

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

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