Waterfall Hikes Near De Soto, MO

6,430 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near De Soto? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of De Soto. 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 38.1410°N, -90.5609°W

Map of Waterfalls Near De Soto

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

1 of 2 waterfalls near De Soto is flowing strongly today

Chain of Rocks Strong Mina Sauk Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 98°F

Aft 98°F Sunny Best
Sat 99°F Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 92°F Sunny
Tue 98°F Sunny
Wed 100°F Sunny
Thu 94°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near De Soto

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Chain of Rocks Strong · 5 cfs 79th percentile
  2. 2 Mina Sauk Falls Barely Flowing · 4 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around De Soto (2 waterfalls)

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

Mina Sauk Falls waterfall

Mina Sauk Falls

38.5 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

33.4 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near De Soto

Mina Sauk Falls waterfall

Mina Sauk Falls

38.5 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

33.4 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near De Soto

Are there free waterfalls near De Soto?

There are 2 free waterfalls near De Soto, including Chain of Rocks.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in De Soto?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near De Soto, including Chain of Rocks.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near De Soto?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near De Soto, including Chain of Rocks.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near De Soto?

The shortest waterfall hike near De Soto is Chain of Rocks at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near De Soto?

The tallest waterfall near De Soto is Mina Sauk Falls at 132 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around De Soto?

Yes, 1 waterfall near De Soto has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to De Soto?

The closest waterfall to De Soto is Mina Sauk Falls, approximately 35.9 miles away.

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