Waterfall Hikes Near West Plains, MO

12,250 residents
Chicago Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Plains? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Plains. 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 36.7377°N, -91.8680°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Plains

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 4 gauged

2 waterfalls near West Plains have live flow data today

Rocky Falls Moderate The Falls Low

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Sunny Best
Mon 91°F Sunny
Tue 92°F Sunny
Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near West Plains

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rocky Falls Moderate · 298 cfs 65th percentile
  2. 2 The Falls Low · 770 cfs 13th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Plains (3 waterfalls)

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

Cottonwood Falls waterfall

Cottonwood Falls

26.9 miles away
Arkansas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Saddler Falls

26.6 miles away
Arkansas
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rocky Falls waterfall

Rocky Falls

40.8 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near West Plains

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

29.8 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cottonwood Falls waterfall

Cottonwood Falls

26.9 miles away
Arkansas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Saddler Falls

26.6 miles away
Arkansas
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rocky Falls waterfall

Rocky Falls

40.8 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Plains

Are there free waterfalls near West Plains?

There are 3 free waterfalls near West Plains, including Cottonwood Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Plains?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Plains, including Cottonwood Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Plains?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Plains, including Cottonwood Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near West Plains?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near West Plains, including Rocky Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Plains?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Plains is Cottonwood Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Plains?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near West Plains have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Plains?

The closest waterfall to West Plains is The Falls, approximately 16.4 miles away.

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