Smith Falls State Park
90615 Smith Falls Rd, Valentine, NE 69201
230 acres · 2 miles of trails
Valentine's Smith Falls State Park features Nebraska's tallest 63-foot waterfall along the Niobrara National Scenic River. Dog owners value the shade, water sources, parking, restrooms, and trash cans near the boardwalk trail. Leash dogs and watch for slippery spots.
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- Park
- Smith Falls State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Valentine, Nebraska
- Coordinates
- 42.8961, -100.3306
- Size
- 230 acres
- Trail miles
- 2
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (1,240 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.5 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 1,240 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 230 acres of room
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Dog policy
Home of Nebraska's tallest waterfall (63ft) on the Niobrara National Scenic River. Leashed dogs on the boardwalk trail.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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