Kansas Waterfalls
Yes, Kansas has waterfalls. And some are stunning. Explore the ultimate Kansas waterfalls map & guideA Complete Guide to Waterfalls in Kansas
The word waterfall isn’t usually associated with Kansas, but there are some fantastic ones out there! Mostly scattered across the Flint Hills and eastern woodlands, we have dozens of natural waterfalls and man-made spillway waterfalls that are surprisingly beautiful waterfalls. From 30+ foot towering spillway cascades to hidden gems this page lists just about all of them.
This page began as a personal project to document the waterfalls I was discovering across the state. Over time, it grew into this site, Kansas Is Beautiful. Today it’s one of the most complete resources for finding, visiting and photographing waterfalls in Kansas. Use the interactive map below to explore waterfalls by location. You can also browse the full list of Kansas waterfalls further down the page. If you know of a Kansas waterfall not listed here, I’d love to hear about it if you don't mind contacting me.
Does Kansas have waterfalls?
Yes. Kansas has a surprising number of waterfalls, including both natural cascades and spillway falls, especially in the Flint Hills and eastern Kansas.Kansas Waterfalls Map
Explore Kansas waterfalls using the interactive map below. Each marker includes location details, directions, and links to individual waterfall guides with photography tips and visiting information.
Featured Kansas Waterfalls
These are some of the most photographed and for sure, most impressive of the Kansas waterfalls. Each page includes a guide to that waterfall that might include directions, best seasons to visit, tips for photographing the falls and any other useful information.
Prather Creek Falls
This three-tiered waterfall tucked into the Flint Hills is one of Kansas’ most photogenic hidden gems, especially after recent rain.
Butcher Falls
Located near Sedan, Butcher Falls is part of a small cluster of waterfalls and is one of the most dramatic natural cascades in the state.
Geary Falls
Often considered the tallest waterfall in Kansas, Geary Falls is a powerful spillway cascade that becomes especially impressive after heavy rain.
Cowley Falls
Near Arkansas City, Cowley Falls is one of the largest waterfalls in Kansas and flows strongest after significant rainfall.
Pillsbury Crossing
One of the most well-known waterfalls in Kansas, Pillsbury Crossing is a popular summer destination and a favorite among photographers.
Bourbon Falls
Close to the eastern border of Kansas, Bourbon Falls is one of the largest waterfalls in the state.
Complete List of Kansas Waterfalls
Below is a growing list of nearly 100 waterfalls found across Kansas. These range from large spillway waterfalls like Geary Falls and Cowley Falls to smaller but equally beautiful natural cascades such as Angel Falls and Swissvale Falls.
You can browse this list alphabetically or use the map above to explore waterfalls by location.
- Alma Falls
- Altoona Mill Falls
- Angel Falls
- Arkalon Falls
- Bachelor Creek Falls
- Beloit Falls
- Big Creek Falls
- Bird Creek Falls
- Bourbon Falls
- Bowersock Dam Waterfall
- Buck Creek Falls
- Burlington Falls
- Butcher Falls
- Butler Falls
- Captain Creek Falls
- Cedar Creek Falls
- Cedar Lake Falls
- Cedar Point Falls
- Chautauqua Falls
- Cherry Creek Falls
- Chikaskia Falls
- Chisholm Creek Falls
- Cottonwood Falls
- Council Grove Lake Falls
- Cowley Lake Falls
- Drover's Trail Falls
- Drury Dam Waterfall
- Elk City Lake Falls
- Elk Falls
- Elk River Falls
- Elm Springs Falls
- Empire Dam Falls
- Eureka City Lake Dam Falls
- Fall River Falls
- Fegan Falls
- Gardner Falls
- Geary Falls
- Halstead Falls
- Hitchen Creek Falls
- Hollow Falls
- Idlewild Falls
- Indian Creek Falls
- Kanopolis Falls
- Keeper of the Plains Falls
- King's Creek Falls
- Lake Kahola Falls
- Lincoln Street Bridge Falls
- Little Arkansas River Falls
- Longton Falls
- Markley Dam Falls
- Marmaton Falls
- Marquette Falls
- Montgomery Falls
- Naomi Pike Falls
- Neosho Crossing Falls
- Neosho Falls
- Neosho River Falls
- Osawatomie Falls
- Osro Falls
- Otter Creek Falls
- Otto's Mill Falls
- Pillsbury Crossing Falls
- Pottawatomie Falls
- Prather Creek Falls
- Redbud Bluff Waterfall
- Rock Creek Falls
- Rocky Ford Waterfall
- Roller Mill Falls
- Romick Falls
- Saline Falls
- Santa Fe City Park Falls
- Santa Fe Falls
- Santa Fe Lake Falls
- Slate Creek Dam Falls
- Smoky Hill River Falls
- Soden's Dam Falls
- Spring River Falls
- Swissvale Falls
- Tawakoni Falls
- Tunnel Mill Dam Falls
- Turkey Creek Waterfall
- Turkey Falls
- Tuttle Creek Canyon Falls
- Tuttle Falls
- Twin Falls
- Wakarusa River Falls
- Walnut Creek Falls
- Walnut River Falls
- Wildcat Creek Falls
- Wolf River Falls
- Woodruff Falls
- Woodson Falls
When is the best time to visit Kansas waterfalls?
Spring and after heavy rainfall are typically best for stronger flow. Some smaller waterfalls are seasonal and may slow to a trickle in dry summer weather.
Kansas Waterfalls Photography & Fine Art Prints
Many of the waterfalls featured on this page have also been photographed as fine art prints. These images capture Kansas waterfalls at peak flow, in changing seasons, and under dramatic light.