Lower Minneopa Falls
Minnesota · 39-foot drop · Minneopa State Park · Last verified 2026-05-15
Lower Minneopa Falls is a waterfall in Minnesota. It drops roughly 39 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Minneopa Falls (this page) | — | 39 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Upper Minneopa Falls | 0 mi | 20 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Minnemishinona Falls | 1 mi | 42 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Triple Falls | 2 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Minnewankon Falls | 2 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Bigger Manitou Falls | 4 mi | — | — | — | — |
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Questions visitors ask about Lower Minneopa 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 Lower Minneopa Falls?
Lower Minneopa Falls is 39 feet (12 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Lower Minneopa Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Lower Minneopa Falls is inside Minneopa 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 Lower Minneopa Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Minneopa 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 Lower Minneopa Falls?
No entrance fee. Minneopa State Park is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Lower Minneopa Falls from a major city?
Lower Minneopa Falls is 3 miles from North Mankato (about 5 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
44.1488, -94.0905
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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