Waterfall Hikes Near St. Croix Falls, WI

2,268 residents
Chicago Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near St. Croix Falls? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of St. Croix Falls. 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 45.4100°N, -92.6266°W

Map of Waterfalls Near St. Croix Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 6 gauged

3 waterfalls near St. Croix Falls 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

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Wed 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Ind 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near St. Croix Falls

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Apple River Falls Moderate · 434 cfs 29th percentile
  2. 2 Big Spring Falls Low · 224 cfs 19th percentile
  3. 3 Minnehaha Falls Low · 39 cfs 16th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near St. Croix Falls (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 St. Croix Falls (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 St. Croix Falls

Apple River Falls waterfall

Apple River Falls

48.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
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
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 St. Croix Falls

Are there free waterfalls near St. Croix Falls?

There are 3 free waterfalls near St. Croix Falls, including Apple River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near St. Croix Falls?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near St. Croix Falls, including Apple River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in St. Croix Falls?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near St. Croix Falls, including Big Spring Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near St. Croix Falls?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near St. Croix Falls, including Big Spring Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near St. Croix Falls?

The shortest waterfall hike near St. Croix Falls is Apple River Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near St. Croix Falls?

The tallest waterfall near St. Croix Falls is Minnehaha Falls at 53 feet.

Do any waterfalls near St. Croix Falls require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near St. Croix Falls requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

What is the closest waterfall to St. Croix Falls?

The closest waterfall to St. Croix Falls is Apple River Falls, approximately 16 miles away.

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