Waterfall Hikes Near Catawba, WI

130 residents
Chicago Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Catawba? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Catawba. 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 45.5370°N, -90.5335°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Catawba

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

4 of 7 waterfalls near Catawba are flowing strongly today

Bellile Falls Barely Flowing Pipestone Falls Barely Flowing Brownstone Falls Roaring Copper Falls Moderate Grandfather Falls Roaring Little Falls Strong Potato River Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Tod 82°F Partly Sunny
Sat 80°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 77°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 75°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 78°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Thu 71°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Catawba

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Potato River Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Grandfather Falls Roaring · 82 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Brownstone Falls Strong · 3 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Little Falls Strong · 87 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Copper Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 51st percentile
  6. 6 Bellile Falls Barely Flowing · 197 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Catawba (2 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.

Copper Falls waterfall

Copper Falls

11.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.7 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Catawba (4 waterfalls)

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

Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

48.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Potato River Falls waterfall

Potato River Falls

11.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
0.8 miles 100 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Catawba

Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

42.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bellile Falls

49.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

48.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pipestone Falls

11.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Potato River Falls waterfall

Potato River Falls

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

Copper Falls

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

Brownstone Falls

11.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Catawba

Are there free waterfalls near Catawba?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Catawba, including Grandfather Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Catawba?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Catawba, including Brownstone Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Catawba?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Catawba, including Brownstone Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Catawba?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Catawba, including Brownstone Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Catawba?

The shortest waterfall hike near Catawba is Bellile Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Catawba?

The tallest waterfall near Catawba is Potato River Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Catawba?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Catawba have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Catawba?

The closest waterfall to Catawba is Little Falls, approximately 13.9 miles away.

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