Waterfall Hikes Near Niagara, WI

1,423 residents
Menominee Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Niagara? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Niagara. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.7801°N, -87.9991°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Niagara

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

43 of 43 gauged

12 of 43 waterfalls near Niagara are flowing strongly today

Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) Moderate Fumee Falls Moderate Little Quinnesec Falls Moderate Smalley Falls Moderate Black River Falls Barely Flowing White City Falls Barely Flowing Breakwater Falls Moderate Bull Falls Moderate Daves Falls Moderate Eighteenfoot Falls Moderate Eightfoot Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Twelvefoot Falls Moderate Cataract Dam Falls Moderate Chandler Falls Roaring Chicagon Falls Strong Chipmunk Falls Strong Dee Lundeen Falls Moderate Ely Falls Roaring Schweitzer Falls Roaring Warner Falls Roaring Tiger Falls Roaring Ford Dam Falls Moderate Horse Race Rapids Moderate Hydraulic Dam Falls Moderate Long Slide Falls Moderate Piers Gorge Falls Moderate Sand Portage Falls Moderate Sturgeon Falls (historical) Moderate Glidden Rapids Moderate Margeson Falls Moderate Michigamme Falls (historical) Moderate Lower Mill Pond Falls Moderate Power Dam Falls Moderate Upper Mill Pond Falls Moderate Pemene Falls Moderate Quiver Falls Moderate Rose Falls (East) Strong Rose Falls (West) Strong Yellow Dog Falls Roaring West Branch Yellow Dog Falls Roaring Twin Island Rapids Moderate Strong Falls Strong

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 76°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 79°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 78°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Tue 73°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Thu 74°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Niagara

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 West Branch Yellow Dog Falls Roaring · 7 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Yellow Dog Falls Roaring · 7 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Tiger Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Chandler Falls Roaring · 64 cfs 95th percentile
  5. 5 Schweitzer Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 95th percentile
  6. 6 Warner Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 95th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Niagara (14 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Niagara (28 waterfalls)

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

Hydraulic Dam Falls waterfall

Hydraulic Dam Falls

1.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fumee Falls waterfall

Fumee Falls

4.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Niagara

Little Quinnesec Falls waterfall

Little Quinnesec Falls

3.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) waterfall

Big Quinnesec Falls (historical)

1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hydraulic Dam Falls waterfall

Hydraulic Dam Falls

1.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fumee Falls waterfall

Fumee Falls

4.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sand Portage Falls

3.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Horse Race Rapids

10.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Piers Gorge Falls waterfall

Piers Gorge Falls

45.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Smalley Falls waterfall

Smalley Falls

43 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft

Ford Dam Falls

35.3 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Long Slide Falls waterfall

Long Slide Falls

11 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sturgeon Falls (historical)

41.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Power Dam Falls waterfall

Power Dam Falls

15.9 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

Breakwater Falls

30.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Quiver Falls

5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Bull Falls waterfall

Bull Falls

3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Daves Falls waterfall

Daves Falls

22.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Eighteenfoot Falls

2.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twelvefoot Falls waterfall

Twelvefoot Falls

1.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Eightfoot Falls

1.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Upper Mill Pond Falls

19.7 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Niagara

Are there free waterfalls near Niagara?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Niagara, including Black River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Niagara?

There are 14 easy waterfall hikes near Niagara, including Bull Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Niagara?

There are 28 dog-friendly waterfalls near Niagara, including Black River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Niagara?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Niagara, including Black River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Niagara?

The shortest waterfall hike near Niagara is Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Niagara?

The tallest waterfall near Niagara is Twelvefoot Falls at 12 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Niagara require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Niagara?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Niagara have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Niagara?

The closest waterfall to Niagara is Little Quinnesec Falls, approximately 0.7 miles away.

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