Waterfall Hikes Near St. Peter, MN
within 50 miles
St. Peter stretches along Highway 169 above the Minnesota River, and the waterfall errand from here follows the valley south past Mankato. Minnemishinona Falls drops 42 feet into a wooded ravine, with a viewing platform a tenth of a mile from the car and dogs allowed, easy to tack onto any trip into town. Minnewankon Falls holds the second spot on the page without trail details. Count on two falls inside fifty miles from this stretch of the valley.
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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near St. Peter (1 waterfall)
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near St. Peter
Are there free waterfalls near St. Peter?
There is 1 free waterfall near St. Peter, including Minnemishinona Falls.
Are there easy waterfall hikes near St. Peter?
There is 1 easy waterfall hike near St. Peter, including Minnemishinona Falls.
Are there dog friendly waterfalls in St. Peter?
There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near St. Peter, including Minnemishinona Falls.
Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near St. Peter?
There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near St. Peter, including Minnemishinona Falls.
What is the shortest waterfall hike near St. Peter?
The shortest waterfall hike near St. Peter is Minnemishinona Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.
How tall are the waterfalls near St. Peter?
The tallest waterfall near St. Peter is Minnemishinona Falls at 42 feet.
What is the closest waterfall to St. Peter?
The closest waterfall to St. Peter is Minnemishinona Falls, approximately 12.8 miles away.
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