Waterfall Hikes Near Rib Mountain, WI

6,153 residents
Chicago Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rib Mountain? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rib Mountain. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 44.9195°N, -89.6757°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rib Mountain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 of 15 waterfalls near Rib Mountain 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 Smoky Falls Roaring Ducknest Falls Roaring Evergreen Falls Roaring Sullivan Falls Roaring Grandfather Falls Strong Little Bull Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 83°F Mostly Cloudy
Sat 79°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 78°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 77°F Partly Sunny
Tue 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Thu 72°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Rib Mountain

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Beartrap Falls Roaring · 314 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Big Eddy Falls Roaring · 314 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Big Smoky Falls Roaring · 309 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Ducknest Falls Roaring · 309 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Evergreen Falls Roaring · 309 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Freeman Falls Roaring · 314 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rib Mountain (4 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.

Peavey Falls

11.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rib Mountain (7 waterfalls)

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
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.4 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 15 Waterfalls Near Rib Mountain

Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Peavey Falls

11.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

Little Bull Falls

30.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Beartrap Falls

6.5 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

Wayka Falls

5.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

29.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gilmer Falls

6.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Bull Falls

6.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Eddy Falls

48.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Smoky Falls

45.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Evergreen Falls

45.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ducknest Falls

45.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Sullivan Falls waterfall

Sullivan Falls

45.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rib Mountain

Are there free waterfalls near Rib Mountain?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Rib Mountain, including Ducknest Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rib Mountain?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Rib Mountain, including Ducknest Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rib Mountain?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rib Mountain, including Big Eddy Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rib Mountain?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rib Mountain, including Big Eddy Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rib Mountain?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rib Mountain is Beartrap Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Rib Mountain require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rib Mountain?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Rib Mountain have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rib Mountain?

The closest waterfall to Rib Mountain is Grandfather Falls, approximately 23.6 miles away.

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