Cross River Falls
Minnesota · height not recorded · Temperance River State Park · Last verified 2026-05-15
Cross River Falls is a waterfall in 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cross River Falls (this page) | — | — | — | Y | Free |
| Hidden Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Caribou Falls | 8 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Manitou Cascades | 11 mi | 30 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Poplar River Falls | 12 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Illgen Falls | 20 mi | 39 ft | — | Y | Free |
Questions visitors ask about Cross River Falls
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
Is Cross River Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Cross River Falls is inside Temperance River 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 Cross River Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Temperance River 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 Cross River Falls?
No entrance fee. Temperance River State Park is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Cross River Falls from a major city?
Cross River Falls is 13 miles from Lutsen (about 19 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
47.5443, -90.8971
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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