Waterfall Hikes Near Rush City, MN

3,239 residents
Chicago Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rush City? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rush City. 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 45.6875°N, -92.9655°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rush City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 6 gauged

3 waterfalls near Rush City have live flow data today

Apple River Falls Moderate Big Spring Falls Moderate Minnehaha Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Wed 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Ind 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 83°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Sunny
Tue 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Rush City

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Big Spring Falls Moderate · 235 cfs 49th percentile
  2. 2 Apple River Falls Moderate · 434 cfs 29th percentile
  3. 3 Minnehaha Falls Low · 37 cfs 14th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rush City (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 Rush City (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
Wolf Creek Falls waterfall

Wolf Creek Falls

30.1 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

All 6 Waterfalls Near Rush City

Big Spring Falls waterfall

Big Spring Falls

31.6 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
Apple River Falls waterfall

Apple River Falls

48.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 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
Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Minnehaha Falls

31.3 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rush City

Are there free waterfalls near Rush City?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rush City?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rush City?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rush City?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rush City?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Rush City?

The tallest waterfall near Rush City is Minnehaha Falls at 53 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Rush City require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Rush City?

The closest waterfall to Rush City is Big Spring Falls, approximately 25.4 miles away.

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