Explore Rocky Falls

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Take a short hike to a 40 ft waterfall and swimming hole.

Rocky Falls are located only a short hike away from the parking lot. The swimming hole is also popular, and the adventurous can climb up to the rock face to reach the top of the falls.

Photo Credit: Missouri Division of Tourism

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Camera
Hiking boots
Water
Sun protection

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Activities:

Chillin, Hiking, Photography, Swimming

Skill Level:

Beginner

Season:

Spring, Summer, Autumn

Trail Type:

Out-and-Back

Distance:

0.4 Miles

Elev. Gain:

60 Feet

Rating:

Features:

Forest

Scenic

Swimming Hole

Waterfall

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Ashleigh Rust Follow

10 months ago

Explore Rocky Falls

A Fun Adventure

It's fun to hike and swim there,the water is very clear and you can see a lot of fish

10 months ago

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