Waterfall Hikes Near Rib Lake, WI

903 residents
Chicago Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rib Lake? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rib Lake. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.3195°N, -90.2030°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rib Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 of 3 waterfalls near Rib Lake are flowing strongly today

Grandfather Falls Strong Little Bull Falls Roaring Little Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 82°F Partly Sunny
Sat 79°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 78°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 78°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Thu 71°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Rib Lake

Updated about 1 hour 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 Grandfather Falls Strong · 81 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Little Falls Strong · 87 cfs 86th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rib Lake (1 waterfall)

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

Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

48.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Rib Lake

Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

48.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

42.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Bull Falls

30.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rib Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Rib Lake?

There is 1 free waterfall near Rib Lake, including Grandfather Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rib Lake?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Rib Lake, including Grandfather Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rib Lake?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Rib Lake, including Grandfather Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rib Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rib Lake is Grandfather Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rib Lake?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Rib Lake has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rib Lake?

The closest waterfall to Rib Lake is Grandfather Falls, approximately 18.2 miles away.

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