Your Kids Will Love This Easy 2 Mile Waterfall Hike Right Here In Minnesota

From north to south, east to west, Minnesota is full of hiking trails that lead to breathtaking locations. However, some of them are a bit challenging for kids. Luckily, there are plenty of easy options that will get kids used to exploring nature, all while leading you to sights that people of any age can appreciate. One of our favorites is an easy waterfall hike that leads to one of Minnesota’s most enduring mysteries. Take a look:

Devil’s Kettle is one of Minnesota’s most unusual waterfalls. It’s located in the wildly beautiful Judge C.R. Magney State Park.

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Getting to the falls is an easy two-mile hike through the park.

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Along the way, you’ll see plenty of natural beauty. Tall trees tower over the path, creating a shady canopy. Flowers and other native plants bloom on the edges.

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The most difficult part of the two-mile trail are the stairs that lead down to the falls. Though there are a lot of steps, the lovely surroundings will make it feel like a breeze.

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Despite the stairs, there are places to rest along the main trail. You’ll be especially happy for them after the hike back up!

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While the trees and flowers add a sense of peacefulness to the hike, the best part is the view of the Brule River as it flows towards your destination.

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You will likely hear the waterfall long before you see it.

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But when you do fix your eyes on it, you’ll see why Devil’s Kettle is one of Minnesota’s greatest mysteries.

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Part of the river disappears into a pothole. After years of questioning, scientists now have some idea of where it goes. The mystery combined with the breathtaking beauty will fascinate visitors of all ages!

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Have you ever been to Devil’s Kettle? You can read more about the disappearing waterfall in our previous article about the mystery of Devil’s Kettle being solved.