The Falls
Missouri · 7-foot drop · Hercules Glades Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
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The Falls is a waterfall in Missouri. It drops roughly 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Falls (this page) | — | 7 ft | — | Y | Free |
| The Falls | 41 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Rainbow Springs Upper Outlit | 42 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Marble Falls | 42 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Rainbow Spring Lower Outlit | 42 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Lay Falls | 44 mi | — | — | — | — |
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Questions visitors ask about The 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 The Falls?
The Falls is 7 feet (2 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is The Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — The Falls is inside Hercules Glades Wilderness. 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 The Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Hercules Glades Wilderness 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 The Falls?
No entrance fee. Hercules Glades Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is The Falls from a major city?
The Falls is 7 miles from Kissee Mills (about 9 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
36.6861, -92.9359
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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