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 about 2 hours 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 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Chandler Falls Roaring · 64 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Yellow Dog Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 West Branch Yellow Dog Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Schweitzer Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Tiger Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 91st percentile
  6. 6 Ely Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 91st 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

Lower Mill Pond Falls

19.8 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

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

Pemene Falls

15.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glidden Rapids

37.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

Michigamme Falls (historical)

40.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Strong Falls waterfall

Strong Falls

16 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Margeson Falls

26.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chicagon Falls waterfall

Chicagon Falls

37.2 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

Twin Island Rapids

21.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black River Falls waterfall

Black River Falls

23.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dee Lundeen Falls

42.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rose Falls (West) waterfall

Rose Falls (West)

44.6 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Chandler Falls waterfall

Chandler Falls

33.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rose Falls (East) waterfall

Rose Falls (East)

43.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White City Falls waterfall

White City Falls

19.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ely Falls waterfall

Ely Falls

16.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cataract Dam Falls waterfall

Cataract Dam Falls

37.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
West Branch Yellow Dog Falls waterfall

West Branch Yellow Dog Falls

32.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Yellow Dog Falls waterfall

Yellow Dog Falls

31.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Schweitzer Falls waterfall

Schweitzer Falls

4.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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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