Waterfall Hikes Near Aurora, SD

1,429 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Aurora? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Aurora. 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 44.2823°N, -96.6868°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Aurora

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 2 gauged

1 of 1 waterfall near Aurora is flowing strongly today

Sioux Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 90°F Sunny
Sun 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 83°F Rain Showers Likely
Wed 78°F Sunny
Thu 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Aurora

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Sioux Falls Roaring ยท 165 cfs 98th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Aurora (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.

Winnewissa Falls waterfall

Winnewissa Falls

48.2 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Aurora (2 waterfalls)

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

Sioux Falls waterfall

Sioux Falls

42.8 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Aurora

Winnewissa Falls waterfall

Winnewissa Falls

48.2 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Sioux Falls waterfall

Sioux Falls

42.8 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Aurora

Are there free waterfalls near Aurora?

There is 1 free waterfall near Aurora, including Sioux Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Aurora?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Aurora, including Winnewissa Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Aurora?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Aurora, including Sioux Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Aurora?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Aurora, including Sioux Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Aurora?

The shortest waterfall hike near Aurora is Sioux Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to Aurora?

The closest waterfall to Aurora is Winnewissa Falls, approximately 28.5 miles away.

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