Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Wissota, WI

3,001 residents
Chicago Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Living at Lake Wissota puts the water right outside the window, and the falls nearby keep the same unhurried pace. Big Falls on the Eau Claire River asks a half mile of walking and ends at a swimming hole where the dog can paddle. Hamilton Falls takes a mile. So does Pipestone Falls. Bellile Falls and one more unmeasured entry round out the five inside the radius. Summer planning mostly comes down to picking a swim day.

Located at 44.9220°N, -91.3013°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Wissota

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 5 gauged

1 of 4 waterfalls near Lake Wissota is flowing strongly today

Updated 31 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Partly Sunny · 87°F

Aft 87°F Partly Sunny Best
Sat 83°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 82°F Patchy Fog
Lab 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Thu 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Lake Wissota

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja Strong · 65 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Moderate · 1150 cfs 53rd percentile
  3. 3 Bellile Falls Barely Flowing · 198 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Pipestone Falls Barely Flowing · 198 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Wissota (1 waterfall)

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.

24.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Wissota (2 waterfalls)

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

37.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
43.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Lake Wissota

37.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
43.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
49.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
11.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
24.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Wissota

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Wissota?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Lake Wissota, including Big Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Wissota?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Lake Wissota, including Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Wissota?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Wissota, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Wissota?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Wissota, including Big Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Wissota?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Lake Wissota, including Big Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Wissota?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Wissota is Bellile Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Wissota?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Lake Wissota have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Wissota?

The closest waterfall to Lake Wissota is Big Falls, approximately 5.2 miles away.

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