Waterfall Hikes Near Legend Lake, WI

1,530 residents
Chicago Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Legend Lake? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Legend Lake. 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 44.8909°N, -88.5440°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Legend Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

14 of 15 waterfalls near Legend Lake 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 Horseshoe Falls Moderate Little Falls Roaring Strong Falls Strong

Updated about 4 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Partly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 79°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 80°F Partly Sunny Best
Lab 78°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Legend Lake

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 Freeman Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Gilmer Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Little Bull Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Little Falls Roaring · 234 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Legend Lake (4 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 Legend Lake (8 waterfalls)

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

Big Eddy Falls

48.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Bull Falls

6.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Legend Lake

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

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

Big Smoky Falls

45.9 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

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
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

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

Strong Falls

16 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

43.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Legend Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Legend Lake?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Legend Lake, including Ducknest Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Legend Lake?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Legend Lake, including Ducknest Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Legend Lake?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Legend Lake, including Big Eddy Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Legend Lake?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Legend Lake, including Big Eddy Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Legend Lake?

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

Do any waterfalls near Legend Lake require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Legend Lake?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Legend Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Legend Lake?

The closest waterfall to Legend Lake is Wayka Falls, approximately 6.6 miles away.

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