Waterfall Hikes Near Lead, SD

2,993 residents
Denver Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lead? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lead. 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 44.3528°N, -103.7671°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lead

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

3 of 5 waterfalls near Lead are flowing strongly today

Bridal Veil Falls Strong Grizzly Bear Falls Barely Flowing Roughlock Falls Roaring Spearfish Falls Roaring

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 73°F

Aft 89°F Sunny
Sat 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 82°F Partly Sunny
Tue 74°F Sunny
Wed 73°F Sunny Best
Thu 78°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lead

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Roughlock Falls Roaring · 23 cfs 92nd percentile
  2. 2 Spearfish Falls Roaring · 23 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 Bridal Veil Falls Strong · 41 cfs 75th percentile
  4. 4 Grizzly Bear Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lead (3 waterfalls)

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

Spearfish Falls waterfall

Spearfish Falls

20.9 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roughlock Falls waterfall

Roughlock Falls

20.4 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

21 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Lead

Spearfish Falls waterfall

Spearfish Falls

20.9 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roughlock Falls waterfall

Roughlock Falls

20.4 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

21 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Thunderhead Falls waterfall

Thunderhead Falls

46.5 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grizzly Bear Falls waterfall

Grizzly Bear Falls

43.3 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lead

Are there free waterfalls near Lead?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Lead, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lead?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lead, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lead?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lead, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lead?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lead is Bridal Veil Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lead?

The tallest waterfall near Lead is Spearfish Falls at 47 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lead?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Lead have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lead?

The closest waterfall to Lead is Spearfish Falls, approximately 6.9 miles away.

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