Waterfall Hikes Near Festus, MO

12,772 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Festus? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Festus. 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 38.2194°N, -90.4097°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Festus

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

1 of 2 waterfalls near Festus is flowing strongly today

Chain of Rocks Strong Mina Sauk Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 99°F

Aft 99°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 101°F Sunny
Thu 94°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Festus

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Chain of Rocks Moderate · 5 cfs 61st percentile
  2. 2 Mina Sauk Falls Barely Flowing · 4 cfs 0th percentile

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

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

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

33.4 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mina Sauk Falls waterfall

Mina Sauk Falls

38.5 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Festus

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

33.4 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mina Sauk Falls waterfall

Mina Sauk Falls

38.5 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Festus

Are there free waterfalls near Festus?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Festus?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Festus?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Festus?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Festus?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Festus?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Festus has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Festus?

The closest waterfall to Festus is Chain of Rocks, approximately 36.1 miles away.

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