Waterfall Hikes Near Finland, MN

177 residents
Chicago Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Finland? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Finland. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 47.4288°N, -91.2656°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Finland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 18 gauged

1 of 2 waterfalls near Finland is flowing strongly today

Basswood Falls Roaring Basswood Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Tod 67°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 72°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 74°F Partly Sunny
Lab 68°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 72°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 75°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Thu 70°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Finland

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Basswood Falls Roaring · 268 cfs 92nd percentile
  2. 2 Basswood Falls Barely Flowing · 1487 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Finland (3 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.

Pancake Falls waterfall

Pancake Falls

35.1 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Beaver River Falls waterfall

Beaver River Falls

28 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Caribou Falls waterfall

Caribou Falls

33.1 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Finland (8 waterfalls)

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

Illgen Falls waterfall

Illgen Falls

29 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gooseberry Falls waterfall

Gooseberry Falls

Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Finland

Illgen Falls waterfall

Illgen Falls

29 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pancake Falls waterfall

Pancake Falls

35.1 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Beaver River Falls waterfall

Beaver River Falls

28 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Glenn Avon Falls waterfall CC

Glenn Avon Falls

29.9 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Caribou Falls waterfall

Caribou Falls

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

Gooseberry Falls

Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

44.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Louisa Falls waterfall

Louisa Falls

50.9 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

8.8 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Newton Falls waterfall

Newton Falls

29.3 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pipestone Falls waterfall

Pipestone Falls

2 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Basswood Falls

5 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Basswood Falls waterfall

Basswood Falls

9.8 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kennebas Falls

66.2 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
Unknown Unknown
Canyon Falls waterfall

Canyon Falls

80.4 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

79.1 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Koko Falls

79.5 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Finland

Are there free waterfalls near Finland?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Finland, including Basswood Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Finland?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Finland, including Beaver River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Finland?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Finland, including Basswood Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Finland?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Finland, including Basswood Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Finland?

The shortest waterfall hike near Finland is Basswood Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Finland?

The tallest waterfall near Finland is Louisa Falls at 65 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Finland require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Finland requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Finland?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Finland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Finland?

The closest waterfall to Finland is Illgen Falls, approximately 5.6 miles away.

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