We all love and hate the rain, right? It helps our crops and brings life to the ground, but we've had more than our share so far. At least with all the rain we've been getting, the waterfalls will surely be gorgeous once it finally stops. Once the mud dries a little, there will still be plenty of water making its way over these rocky areas and making that sound we love so much. Let's see where the best waterfalls near me are in Kansas!

Please do not visit these waterfalls until you're sure the ground is safe enough to travel on in that area. We don't want anyone getting hurt or stuck with all of the recent flooding.

1. Elk Falls - Elk Falls, KS

This tiny ghost town and tiny waterfall are both named the same, and you'll find quiet company in both, especially if the waters are rushing. Enjoy the bridge overlooking the falls or step down to a lower ledge, assuming it isn't covered by water as well.

2. Indian Rock Park - Salina, KS

This suburban park also features a small waterfall where you can enjoy the water rushing by on one of the best day trips in Kansas.

3. Cedar Lake - Olathe, KS

There's not a lot of wide expanses of wildlife in Olathe since you're so near the big city, but when you find a spot like this it's always magical.

4. Santa Fe Lake Falls - Augusta, KS

Santa Fe Lake is always a good spot for a wider waterfall that makes a good amount of noise. Usually you can get your feet wet walking over the rocks, but it's probably quite a bit higher these days.

5. Bourbon State Fishing Lake - Uniontown, KS

What is usually a pretty loud waterfall in rainy season for Kansas is definitely just as loud after all the rains we've had, and a good spot to get photos like this.

6. Alcove Springs - Blue Rapids, KS

Alcove springs is no longer a simple trickle at the moment, instead being a nice flow that won't dry up after a few days of summer sun.

7. Cowley State Lake - Ark City, KS

Cowley Lake has a good falls area to view from above, where you can relax for a while as you listen to the water rush over the edge on the best waterfall hike in Kansas.

8. Pillsbury Crossing - SE of Manhattan, KS

We know this area will be full of water up to our knees at the least, even though we're used to it only being ankle deep. Be careful, the algae is very slick!

All of this rain means many parts of Kansas have been flooding, and the photos are astounding.