Waterfall Hikes Near Mission, WI

369 residents
Chicago Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mission? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mission. 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 44.3454°N, -90.7631°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mission

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 5 gauged

1 of 4 waterfalls near Mission is flowing strongly today

Big Falls Moderate Little Bull Falls Roaring Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja Moderate Polly Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 76°F

Aft 89°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 84°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Tue 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Mission

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Bull Falls Roaring · 18 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja Strong · 65 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Polly Falls Strong · 65 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Big Falls Moderate · 1160 cfs 56th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mission (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.

Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja

24.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mission (3 waterfalls)

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

Polly Falls

21.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hamilton Falls waterfall

Hamilton Falls

43.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

37.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Mission

Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja

24.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Polly Falls

21.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hamilton Falls waterfall

Hamilton Falls

43.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Bull Falls

30.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

37.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mission

Are there free waterfalls near Mission?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Mission, including Big Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mission?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mission?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mission, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mission?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mission?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mission?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mission is Big Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to Mission?

The closest waterfall to Mission is Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja, approximately 5.8 miles away.

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Where to Stay

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Comfort Inn & Suites Black River Falls I-94

Comfort Inn & Suites Black River Falls I-94

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Days Inn by Wyndham Black River Falls - Access to ATV Trail

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