Big Spring Falls
Minnesota · height not recorded · Banning State Park · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Big Spring Falls is a waterfall in Pine County, Minnesota. Height has not been officially recorded. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Spring Falls (this page) | — | — | — | Y | Free |
| Wolf Creek Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Little Manitou Falls | 45 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Big Manitou Falls | 46 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Silverbrook Falls | 52 mi | 16 ft | — | — | — |
| Cascade Falls | 55 mi | — | — | — | — |
Questions visitors ask about Big Spring Falls
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
Is Big Spring Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Big Spring Falls is inside Banning State Park. 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 Big Spring Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Banning State Park 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 Big Spring Falls?
No entrance fee. Banning State Park is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Big Spring Falls from a major city?
Big Spring Falls is 1 miles from Sandstone (about 2 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
46.1133, -92.8581
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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