Waterfall Hikes Near Smithville, MO

10,416 residents
Chicago Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Smithville? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Smithville. 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 39.3919°N, -94.5747°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Smithville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 1 gauged

1 waterfall near Smithville has live flow data today

Rochester Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Tod 99°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 99°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 98°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 98°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Sun 92°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Smithville

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

  1. 1 Rochester Falls Low ยท 34900 cfs 16th percentile

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

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

Rochester Falls waterfall

Rochester Falls

35.1 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 1 Waterfall Near Smithville

Rochester Falls waterfall

Rochester Falls

35.1 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Smithville

Are there free waterfalls near Smithville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Smithville?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Smithville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Smithville?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Smithville?

The closest waterfall to Smithville is Rochester Falls, approximately 30.3 miles away.

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