Waterfall Hikes Near Neillsville, WI

2,311 residents
Chicago Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Clark County keeps its water quiet. Around Neillsville five falls make the radius, and Polly Falls is the closest thing to a sure bet, half a mile out and back with dogs allowed. Hamilton Falls stretches a mile. Big Falls has swimming when the weather cooperates, plus another half mile walk. Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja keeps its original name and its mystery, since no trail data exists for it.

Located at 44.5605°N, -90.5906°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Neillsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 5 gauged

3 of 4 waterfalls near Neillsville are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 81°F

Aft 87°F Partly Sunny
Sat 82°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Thu 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Neillsville

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Bull Falls Strong · 17 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja Strong · 65 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Polly Falls Strong · 65 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 Big Falls Moderate · 1150 cfs 53rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Neillsville (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 Neillsville (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 Neillsville

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

24.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Little Bull Falls

30.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

37.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Neillsville

Are there free waterfalls near Neillsville?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Neillsville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Neillsville?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Neillsville?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Neillsville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Neillsville?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Neillsville?

The closest waterfall to Neillsville is Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja, approximately 23.6 miles away.

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