Waterfall Hikes Near Tulsa, OK

731,743 residents

Chicago Time Zone

2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Tulsa's fifty-mile circle turns up two waterfall listings. McSpadden Falls is the one you can plan on, an easy mile out and back. Lower Verdigris Falls survives only in the historical record, from before the Verdigris was dammed and channeled for barge traffic. Green Country carries more water than the rest of Oklahoma, though most of it moves flat, and that keeps this page short. Fold McSpadden into a Route 66 day and the math works out fine.

Located at 36.1283°N, -95.9042°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Tulsa

Pins are within 50 miles; hollow circles are day trips 50–100 miles out.

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

1 of 2 waterfalls near Tulsa is flowing strongly today

Lower Verdigris Falls (historical) Moderate McSpadden Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 63°F

Tod 68°F Sunny

Thu 65°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

Fri 60°F Mostly Sunny

Sat 60°F Mostly Sunny

Sun 63°F Sunny Best

Mon 68°F Sunny

Tue 70°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Tulsa

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Tulsa (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.

LiDAR

McSpadden Falls

48.8 miles away

Oklahoma

Easy

1.0 miles Unknown

All 2 Waterfalls Near Tulsa

LiDAR

Lower Verdigris Falls (historical)

36 miles away

Oklahoma

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

LiDAR

McSpadden Falls

48.8 miles away

Oklahoma

Easy

1.0 miles Unknown

🧭 Day Trips From Tulsa (3 waterfalls, 50–100 miles away)

Everything listed above is within 50 miles of Tulsa. Make a day of it and 3 more are within 100 miles. The closest is Butcher Falls, about 65 miles away. They're spread across Kansas and Oklahoma.

Distances are approximate, measured from the center of Tulsa; the drive is usually longer.

Butcher Falls

65.2 miles away

Kansas

Easy

0.1 miles Unknown

LiDAR

Osro Falls

68.2 miles away

Kansas

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

LiDAR

Webbers Falls (historical)

68.6 miles away

Oklahoma

Drive Up

Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Tulsa

Are there free waterfalls near Tulsa?

There is 1 free waterfall near Tulsa, including McSpadden Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Tulsa?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Tulsa, including McSpadden Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Tulsa?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Tulsa, including McSpadden Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Tulsa?

The shortest waterfall hike near Tulsa is McSpadden Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Tulsa?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Tulsa have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Tulsa?

The closest waterfall to Tulsa is Lower Verdigris Falls (historical), approximately 36 miles away.

What waterfalls are within a day trip of Tulsa?

Beyond the 2 waterfalls within 50 miles, 3 more are between 50 and 100 miles from Tulsa. The closest of those is Butcher Falls, approximately 65.2 miles away.