Waterfall Hikes Near Oconto Falls, WI

2,959 residents
Chicago Time Zone
28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oconto Falls? There are 28 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oconto Falls. 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 44.8738°N, -88.1444°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oconto Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

28 of 28 gauged

15 of 28 waterfalls near Oconto Falls 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 Quinnesec Falls (historical) Moderate Smalley Falls Moderate Big Smoky Falls Roaring Ducknest Falls Roaring Evergreen Falls Roaring Sullivan Falls Roaring Bull Falls Moderate Daves Falls Moderate Eighteenfoot Falls Moderate Eightfoot Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Twelvefoot Falls Moderate Cato Falls Roaring Ford Dam Falls Moderate Horse Race Rapids Moderate Hydraulic Dam Falls Moderate Long Slide Falls Moderate Little Falls Roaring Twin Island Rapids Moderate Strong Falls Strong

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 82°F Cloudy
Sat 78°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 78°F Partly Sunny
Tue 75°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 83°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Oconto Falls

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Bull Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Little Falls Roaring · 234 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Gilmer Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Freeman Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Evergreen Falls Roaring · 309 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Peavey Falls Roaring · 291 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oconto Falls (11 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 Oconto Falls (18 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
Freeman Falls waterfall

Freeman Falls

7.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Oconto Falls

Ford Dam Falls

35.3 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Horse Race Rapids

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

Smalley Falls

43 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Long Slide Falls waterfall

Long Slide Falls

11 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cato Falls waterfall

Cato Falls

24.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 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
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

29.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oconto Falls

Are there free waterfalls near Oconto Falls?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Oconto Falls, including Bull Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oconto Falls?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Oconto Falls, including Bull Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oconto Falls?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oconto Falls, including Big Eddy Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oconto Falls?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oconto Falls, including Big Eddy Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oconto Falls?

The shortest waterfall hike near Oconto Falls is Beartrap Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Oconto Falls?

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

Do any waterfalls near Oconto Falls require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Oconto Falls require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oconto Falls?

Yes, 22 waterfalls near Oconto Falls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oconto Falls?

The closest waterfall to Oconto Falls is Wayka Falls, approximately 24.4 miles away.

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