Waterfall Hikes Near Tower, MN

410 residents
Chicago Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Tower? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Tower. These trails range from moderate to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 47.8104°N, -92.2806°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Tower

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 23 gauged

13 waterfalls near Tower have live flow data today

Basswood Falls Barely Flowing Last Falls Barely Flowing Lower Basswood Falls Barely Flowing Wheelbarrow Falls Barely Flowing Chipmunk Falls Barely Flowing Ivy Falls Moderate Snake Falls Moderate Basswood Falls Moderate Lower Basswood Falls Moderate Rebecca Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Myrtle Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 76°F

Aft 76°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 76°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Sun 75°F Rain Showers Likely
Mon 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Tower

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Ivy Falls Moderate · 5968 cfs 39th percentile
  2. 2 Snake Falls Moderate · 5968 cfs 39th percentile
  3. 3 Basswood Falls Moderate · 5968 cfs 39th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Basswood Falls Moderate · 5968 cfs 39th percentile
  5. 5 Rebecca Falls Moderate · 5968 cfs 39th percentile
  6. 6 Twin Falls Moderate · 5968 cfs 39th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Tower (9 waterfalls)

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

Pike River Falls waterfall

Pike River Falls

13.4 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sioux Falls waterfall

Sioux Falls

17.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Devils Cascade

33.4 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fiftysix Rapids

38.6 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 23 Waterfalls Near Tower

Pike River Falls waterfall

Pike River Falls

13.4 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sioux Falls waterfall

Sioux Falls

17.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Devils Cascade

33.4 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Loon Falls waterfall

Loon Falls

22.8 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fiftysix Rapids

38.6 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hannine Falls

44.7 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Newton Falls waterfall

Newton Falls

2 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chipmunk Falls waterfall

Chipmunk Falls

46.8 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pipestone Falls waterfall

Pipestone Falls

44.5 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls

52.5 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Snake Falls waterfall

Snake Falls

52.8 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Myrtle Falls waterfall

Myrtle Falls

53.6 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Ivy Falls waterfall

Ivy Falls

63.8 km away
Ontario
Moderate
Unknown Unknown
Rebecca Falls waterfall

Rebecca Falls

34 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

19.5 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Basswood Falls waterfall

Lower Basswood Falls

12.8 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Last Falls waterfall

Last Falls

12.9 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Basswood Falls

20.8 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Wheelbarrow Falls

13.8 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basswood Falls waterfall

Basswood Falls

15.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Tower

Are there free waterfalls near Tower?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Tower, including Basswood Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Tower?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Tower, including Basswood Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Tower?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Tower, including Basswood Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Tower?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Tower, including Lower Basswood Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Tower?

The shortest waterfall hike near Tower is Basswood Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Tower?

The tallest waterfall near Tower is Twin Falls at 165 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Tower require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Tower require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Tower?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Tower have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Tower?

The closest waterfall to Tower is Pike River Falls, approximately 4.7 miles away.

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