Waterfall Hikes Near Hortonville, WI

3,110 residents
Chicago Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hortonville? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hortonville. 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 44.3368°N, -88.6361°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hortonville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 of 14 waterfalls near Hortonville are flowing strongly today

Beartrap Falls Roaring Big Eddy Falls Roaring Freeman Falls Roaring Gilmer Falls Roaring Little Bull Falls Roaring Peavey Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Wayka Falls Roaring Big Smoky Falls Roaring Ducknest Falls Roaring Evergreen Falls Roaring Sullivan Falls Roaring Cato Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Tod 86°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 78°F Partly Sunny
Tue 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 82°F Rain Showers Likely then Partly Sunny
Thu 76°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Hortonville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Beartrap Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Big Eddy Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Cato Falls Roaring · 101 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Freeman Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Gilmer Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Little Bull Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hortonville (5 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.

Wayka Falls

5.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hortonville (7 waterfalls)

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

Little Bull Falls

6.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Freeman Falls waterfall

Freeman Falls

7.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Eddy Falls

48.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Hortonville

Little Bull Falls

6.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gilmer Falls

6.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

29.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Freeman Falls waterfall

Freeman Falls

7.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wayka Falls

5.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

Big Eddy Falls

48.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Beartrap Falls

6.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Smoky Falls

45.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ducknest Falls

45.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Sullivan Falls waterfall

Sullivan Falls

45.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

Peavey Falls

11.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

Evergreen Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cato Falls waterfall

Cato Falls

24.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hortonville

Are there free waterfalls near Hortonville?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Hortonville, including Cato Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hortonville?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Hortonville, including Cato Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hortonville?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hortonville, including Big Eddy Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hortonville?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hortonville, including Big Eddy Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hortonville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hortonville is Beartrap Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Hortonville require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hortonville?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Hortonville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hortonville?

The closest waterfall to Hortonville is Little Bull Falls, approximately 28.1 miles away.

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