Waterfall Hikes Near Bayfield, WI

617 residents
Chicago Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bayfield? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bayfield. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 46.8142°N, -90.8228°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bayfield

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 46 gauged

36 of 39 waterfalls near Bayfield are flowing strongly today

Abinodji Falls Roaring Algonquin Falls Roaring Bathtub Falls Roaring Big Carp Falls Roaring Explorers Falls Roaring Gorge Falls Roaring Great Conglomerate Falls Roaring Greenstone Falls Roaring Iagoo Falls Roaring Lepisto Falls Roaring Manabezho Falls Roaring Manakiki Falls Roaring Manido Falls Roaring Maple Creek Falls Roaring Nawadaha Falls Roaring Nokomis Falls Roaring Ogima Falls Roaring Ogimakwe Falls Roaring Pinkerton Falls Roaring Potawatomi Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Sandstone Falls Roaring Shining Cloud Falls Roaring Trappers Falls Roaring Trap Falls Roaring Traders Falls Roaring Brownstone Falls Roaring Chippewa Falls Roaring Interstate Falls Roaring Peterson Falls Roaring Powder Horn Falls Roaring Rocky Forty Falls Roaring Saxon Falls Roaring Superior Falls Roaring Copper Falls Moderate Morgan Falls Moderate Potato River Falls Roaring Spring Camp Falls Roaring Shale Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 71°F Mostly Cloudy
Sat 73°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 77°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Thu 72°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Bayfield

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Brownstone Falls Roaring · 3 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Superior Falls Roaring · 35 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Chippewa Falls Roaring · 35 cfs 98th percentile
  4. 4 Peterson Falls Roaring · 35 cfs 98th percentile
  5. 5 Saxon Falls Roaring · 35 cfs 98th percentile
  6. 6 Rocky Forty Falls Roaring · 35 cfs 98th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bayfield (9 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Brownstone Falls waterfall

Brownstone Falls

11.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Copper Falls waterfall

Copper Falls

11.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.7 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bayfield (39 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Morgan Falls waterfall

Morgan Falls

34 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Superior Falls waterfall

Superior Falls

11.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Potato River Falls waterfall

Potato River Falls

11.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
0.8 miles 100 ft
Saxon Falls waterfall

Saxon Falls

14.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Bayfield

Morgan Falls waterfall

Morgan Falls

34 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brownstone Falls waterfall

Brownstone Falls

11.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Copper Falls waterfall

Copper Falls

11.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.7 miles 150 ft
Superior Falls waterfall

Superior Falls

11.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Potato River Falls waterfall

Potato River Falls

11.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
0.8 miles 100 ft
Saxon Falls waterfall

Saxon Falls

14.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Maple Creek Falls

40.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

44.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Manakiki Falls

2.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shale Falls waterfall

Shale Falls

38.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

38.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

16.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Caribou Falls waterfall

Caribou Falls

33.1 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Gorge Falls waterfall

Gorge Falls

2.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Manabezho Falls waterfall

Manabezho Falls

44.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Algonquin Falls waterfall

Algonquin Falls

3.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Potawatomi Falls waterfall

Potawatomi Falls

2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Conglomerate Falls waterfall

Great Conglomerate Falls

1.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Manido Falls waterfall

Manido Falls

44.2 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Chippewa Falls waterfall

Chippewa Falls

1.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bayfield

Are there free waterfalls near Bayfield?

There are 28 free waterfalls near Bayfield, including Abinodji Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bayfield?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Bayfield, including Beaver River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bayfield?

There are 39 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bayfield, including Abinodji Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bayfield?

There are 38 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bayfield, including Abinodji Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Bayfield?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Bayfield, including Bathtub Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bayfield?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bayfield is Abinodji Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bayfield?

The tallest waterfall near Bayfield is Superior Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bayfield?

Yes, 44 waterfalls near Bayfield have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bayfield?

The closest waterfall to Bayfield is Morgan Falls, approximately 26.8 miles away.

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