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Shadow Falls

Apr–Oct
best months

Shadow Falls is a Minnesota climbing area offering vertical rock in a scenic waterfall setting. The crag provides a mix of climbing experiences suitable for climbers developing their skills on natural stone. The shaded aspect and water features create a unique environment that rewards visits across multiple seasons.

  • Nearby · Interstate SP (Taylors Falls) · The Pit · The Pit (AKA Arm Pit)
  • Best time to go · Apr–Oct

    Best time to visit Shadow Falls

    Best months: April–October. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      22° / 8°

      8 wet

    2. Feb

      27° / 12°

      6 wet

    3. Mar

      40° / 24°

      8 wet

    4. Apr

      55° / 36°

      10 wet

    5. May

      69° / 49°

      12 wet

    6. Jun

      79° / 59°

      12 wet

    7. Jul

      83° / 64°

      10 wet

    8. Aug

      80° / 62°

      8 wet

    9. Sep

      72° / 54°

      9 wet

    10. Oct

      56° / 41°

      9 wet

    11. Nov

      40° / 27°

      7 wet

    12. Dec

      27° / 15°

      8 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Lower St Anthony Falls, MN, 0.8 mi away at 754 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Routes

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