Waterfall Hikes Near Shawnee, KS

67,671 residents
Chicago Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Shawnee? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Shawnee. 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 39.0158°N, -94.8076°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Shawnee

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 1 gauged

1 of 1 waterfall near Shawnee is flowing strongly today

Rochester Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 90°F

Fri 84°F Widespread Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sat 88°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Sunny Best
Tue 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 76°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Shawnee

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Rochester Falls Roaring ยท 36600 cfs 100th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Shawnee (1 waterfall)

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

Rochester Falls waterfall

Rochester Falls

Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 1 Waterfall Near Shawnee

Rochester Falls waterfall

Rochester Falls

Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Shawnee

Are there free waterfalls near Shawnee?

There is 1 free waterfall near Shawnee, including Rochester Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Shawnee?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Shawnee, including Rochester Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Shawnee?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Shawnee, including Rochester Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Shawnee?

The shortest waterfall hike near Shawnee is Rochester Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to Shawnee?

The closest waterfall to Shawnee is Rochester Falls, approximately 48.6 miles away.

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