Minnesota is home to some of the most spectacular waterfalls on Earth. From thundering cascades to hidden gems, we've ranked the 10 best waterfalls in Minnesota based on height, beauty, accessibility, and visitor reviews.
Quick Facts
- Total Waterfalls
- 594 cataloged
- Tallest
- High Falls (19.00m)
- Best Season
- Spring (peak flow)
1. High Falls
High Falls stands at an impressive 19.00m tall. Located in Minnesota, this Waterfall is our top pick for Minnesota.
View Details & Directions →2. Minnehaha Falls
Minnehaha Falls stands at an impressive 16.00m tall. Located in Minnesota, this Waterfall is one of the must-see waterfalls.
Reference: en:Minnehaha Park (Minneapolis)
View Details & Directions →3. Minnemishinona Falls
Minnemishinona Falls stands at an impressive 12.80m tall. Located in Minnesota, this Waterfall is one of the must-see waterfalls.
View Details & Directions →4. Illgen Falls
Illgen Falls stands at an impressive 12.00m tall. Located in Minnesota, this Waterfall is a fantastic destination.
View Details & Directions →5. Lower Minneopa Falls
Lower Minneopa Falls stands at an impressive 12.00m tall. Located in Minnesota, this Waterfall is a fantastic destination.
View Details & Directions →6. Upper Falls
Upper Falls stands at an impressive 10.00m tall. Located in Minnesota, this Waterfall is a fantastic destination.
View Details & Directions →7. Vermillion Falls
Vermillion Falls stands at an impressive 10.00m tall. Located in Minnesota, this Waterfall is a fantastic destination.
View Details & Directions →8. Beaver River
Beaver River stands at an impressive 9.99m tall. Located in Minnesota, this Waterfall is a fantastic destination.
Potential waterfall detected from elevation analysis. Elevation drop: 10.0m. Length: 199m. Slope: 50.2m/km. Avg discharge: 5.95 m³/s
View Details & Directions →9. Cascade River
Cascade River stands at an impressive 9.99m tall. Located in Minnesota, this Waterfall is a fantastic destination.
Potential waterfall detected from elevation analysis. Elevation drop: 10.0m. Length: 198m. Slope: 50.5m/km. Avg discharge: 0.11 m³/s
View Details & Directions →10. Manitou River
Manitou River stands at an impressive 9.99m tall. Located in Minnesota, this Waterfall is a fantastic destination.
Potential waterfall detected from elevation analysis. Elevation drop: 10.0m. Length: 199m. Slope: 50.1m/km. Avg discharge: 1.46 m³/s
View Details & Directions →Planning Your Visit
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