Barrier Falls
Minnesota · 20-foot drop · Superior National Forest · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Barrier Falls is a waterfall in Minnesota. It drops roughly 20 feet. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barrier Falls (this page) | — | 20 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Fall River Waterfall | 5 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Hidden Falls | 11 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Devil's Kettle | 12 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Devil's Kettle Falls | 12 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| The Cascades | 12 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Barrier Falls
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
How tall is Barrier Falls?
Barrier Falls is 20 feet (6 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Barrier Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Barrier Falls is inside Superior National Forest. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Barrier Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Superior National Forest permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.
Is there a fee to visit Barrier Falls?
No entrance fee. Superior National Forest is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Barrier Falls from a major city?
Barrier Falls is 3 miles from Grand Marais (about 4 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
47.7808, -90.2930
Sources and live status
Where we got the data, and where to check current conditions before you drive.
Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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