Outdoors NearbyWaterfalls in South Dakota
We list 6 named waterfalls in South Dakota, with the most near Sioux Falls (2), Lead (2) and Spearfish (1). Tallest on the map: Roughlock Falls at about 59 feet.
Near Sioux Falls 2
- Middle Sioux Falls Directions
- Upper Sioux Falls Directions
Near Lead 2
- Roughlock Falls 59 ft Directions
- Spearfish Falls 46 ft Directions
Near Spearfish 1
Near Colonial Pine Hills 1
- Thunderhead Falls Directions
Data from OpenStreetMap. Many South Dakota falls are on public land; some are private, so respect posted signs. 3 smaller or less documented falls are listed with directions only.
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Frequently asked questions
Where are the best waterfalls in South Dakota?
The most waterfalls in our data are near Sioux Falls (2), Lead (2) and Spearfish (1). Among the tallest are Roughlock Falls (59 ft) and Spearfish Falls (46 ft).
What is the tallest waterfall in South Dakota?
Of the waterfalls with a mapped height, Roughlock Falls near Lead is the tallest at about 59 feet. Height data in South Dakota is incomplete; treat this as the tallest we know of.