Waterfall Hikes Near Vale, SD

93 residents
Denver Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Vale? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Vale. 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 44.6183°N, -103.3986°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Vale

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Vale have live flow data today

Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Grizzly Bear Falls Moderate Roughlock Falls Moderate Spearfish Falls Moderate

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Aft 99°F Sunny
Sat 98°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Sunny
Lab 93°F Partly Sunny
Tue 83°F Sunny
Wed 82°F Sunny
Thu 86°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Vale

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Bridal Veil Falls Strong · 41 cfs 75th percentile
  2. 2 Roughlock Falls Moderate · 23 cfs 65th percentile
  3. 3 Spearfish Falls Moderate · 23 cfs 65th percentile
  4. 4 Grizzly Bear Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile

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

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

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

21 miles away
South Dakota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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

All 5 Waterfalls Near Vale

Thunderhead Falls waterfall

Thunderhead Falls

46.5 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
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
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 Vale

Are there free waterfalls near Vale?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Vale?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Vale?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Vale?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Vale?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Vale?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Vale have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Vale?

The closest waterfall to Vale is Thunderhead Falls, approximately 28 miles away.

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