Things to do in Minnesota, United States: The Best Waterfalls

September 4, 2021 Leida Jutras

The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul have the famous Mall of America and Walker Art Institute. Bluff Country to the south has water sports and cross country skiing. The Prairielands abound with lake recreations.
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1. Winnewissa Falls

Pipestone, MN +1 507-825-5464 http://www.npca.org/parks/pipestone-national-monument.html
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5.0 based on 44 reviews

Winnewissa Falls

Located at the Pipestone National Monument, the name translates to "jealous maiden" from the Sioux language.

Reviewed By MNnola - Canby, United States

This beautiful waterfall is about midpoint in a 3/4 mile walk at Pipestone National Monument. The stone formations are impressive - so are the twisted trees and prairie grasses. The mist coming off the falls are refreshing. It is a very tranquil and inspiring spot.

2. High Falls

Grand Portage, MN +1 218-475-2360 http://www.gowaterfalling.com/waterfalls/pigeonhigh.shtml
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5.0 based on 161 reviews

High Falls

Minnesota's tallest waterfall at 120 feet.

Reviewed By 123fun1232016 - Hillsborough, United States

We enjoyed our trip to these falls which are part of Grand Portage State Park. It is well worth the walk. Enjoy the scenery on this easy trail to pretty waterfalls.

3. Caribou Falls State Wayside

7232 Minnesota Hwy 61, Silver Bay, MN 55614-4225 http://dnr.state.mn.us
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Caribou Falls State Wayside

4. Minnemishinona Falls

Judson Bottom Road, Nicollet, MN
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Minnemishinona Falls

Reviewed By snowyangel2000 - Sioux Falls, United States

Gorgeous, free to view waterfall and unique bridge overlooking it all. Visited it on our way to New Ulm. Right by the road and theres a porta potty. I brought my young family (2-4yrs), there is fencing by the edge to either sidea of the bridge. Not for those with a fear of heights. The falls were rather dry when we visited end of August but no one else was there so its not busy.

5. Devil's Kettle

Judge Magney State Park, MN
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4.5 based on 21 reviews

Devil's Kettle

Breathtaking waterfall at Judge Magney State Park.

Reviewed By Cassbella - Bentonville, United States

So glad we stopped here on our way to Grand Marias after spending the morning in Grand Portage and High Falls one day. Took Hwy 61 south after leaving High Falls (another awesome waterfall highest in MN) and stopped to see Devils Kettle. Bring water on your hike as it’s a 2 mile round trip hike with over 175 steps. But well worth it!!! So neat to see the 2nd waterfall disappear in the hole. You can get pretty close to it as well climbing out on rocks. Lower falls has a place to swim. Several were swimming when we were there. If we had our suits we would have jumped in too. Must see park when your visiting the North Shore!

6. St. Anthony Falls

West River Road and Portland Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414 +1 612-627-5433 http://www.nps.gov/miss/planyourvisit/uppestan.htm
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4.5 based on 321 reviews

St. Anthony Falls

Waterfalls that once possessed religious significance for Native American tribes are today part of Minneapolis' historic district.

Reviewed By Deremy - Mukilteo, United States

If you dont look at the debris in the water. Great historiy esson provided by captain en route from the dock through the flour mills.

7. Minnehaha Park

4801 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55417-2373 +1 612-230-6400 http://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks__destinations/parks__lakes/minnehaha_regional_park/
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4.5 based on 2,453 reviews

Minnehaha Park

One of the city's oldest and most popular parks.

Reviewed By Sandita_travels - Minneapolis, United States

This is a fabulous gem in south Minneapolis - it's got the attraction of the Minnehaha Falls (fabulous all year round), some nice walking trails and the wonderful Sea Salt restaurant (summer only)…. be sure to get in line early! Summer time often has free concerts in the park - this is a great place to go explore on your own or with people. A family and dog friendly park!

8. Vermillion Falls

215 21st St E, Hastings, MN
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4.5 based on 91 reviews

Vermillion Falls

Reviewed By AmbjorA - Minnesota, United States

Took the trip to hastings just to see these falls, was worth it. They are beautiful. The fall foliage is great.

9. Vermilion Falls

Orr, MN http://voyageurcountry.com/htmls/attractionsimages/falls/
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4.5 based on 25 reviews

Vermilion Falls

10. Wally Falls

Scenic rapids located within the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

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