Waterfall Hikes Near Atikokan, ON

3,625 residents
29 Waterfalls

within 80 km

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Atikokan? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within an 80 km radius of Atikokan. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 48.7500°N, -91.6167°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Atikokan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 29 gauged

18 waterfalls near Atikokan have live flow data today

Basswood Falls Barely Flowing Lower Basswood Falls Barely Flowing Wheelbarrow Falls Barely Flowing Sue Falls Low Bisk Falls Low French Falls Low Chatterton Falls Low Snake Falls Low Split Rock Falls Low Little Falls Low Ivy Falls Low Snake Falls Low Basswood Falls Low Lower Basswood Falls Low Rebecca Falls Low Twin Falls Low Myrtle Falls Low High Falls Low

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Cloudy · 16°F

Tod 16°F Cloudy Best
Fri 20°F Cloudy
Sat 20°F Light Rain
Sun 9°F Cloudy
Mon 5°F Cloudy
Tue 6°F Cloudy
Wed 6°F Snow Showers

Flowing best right now near Atikokan

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Sue Falls Low · 1.0 m³/s 20th percentile
  2. 2 Bisk Falls Low · 1.0 m³/s 20th percentile
  3. 3 French Falls Low · 1.0 m³/s 20th percentile
  4. 4 Chatterton Falls Low · 1.0 m³/s 20th percentile
  5. 5 Snake Falls Low · 1.0 m³/s 20th percentile
  6. 6 Split Rock Falls Low · 1.0 m³/s 20th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Atikokan (1 waterfall)

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.

Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

2.4 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.6 km Unknown

All 29 Waterfalls Near Atikokan

Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

2.4 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.6 km Unknown

Sue Falls

19.4 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Bisk Falls

32.4 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Chatterton Falls

33.2 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Hard
Unknown Unknown
Split Rock Falls waterfall

Split Rock Falls

37.7 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Snake Falls waterfall

Snake Falls

39.6 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
French Falls waterfall

French Falls

42 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Hard
2.4 km 93 m
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

51.4 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Basswood Falls

52.8 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Basswood Falls waterfall

Basswood Falls

32.8 miles away
Minnesota
Hard
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Wheelbarrow Falls in Minnesota LiDAR

Wheelbarrow Falls

34.1 miles away
Minnesota
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Lower Basswood Falls

56.3 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Lower Basswood Falls waterfall

Lower Basswood Falls

35.1 miles away
Minnesota
Hard
Unknown 300 ft
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

37.3 miles away
Minnesota
Hard
0.4 miles Unknown
Rebecca Falls waterfall

Rebecca Falls

61.1 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Ivy Falls waterfall

Ivy Falls

64.4 km away
Ontario
Moderate
Unknown Unknown
Myrtle Falls waterfall

Myrtle Falls

65.4 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Louisa Falls waterfall

Louisa Falls

65.8 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Kennebas Falls

66.2 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
Unknown Unknown
Snake Falls waterfall

Snake Falls

66.2 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Atikokan

Are there free waterfalls near Atikokan?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Atikokan, including Bald Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Atikokan?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Atikokan, including Little Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Atikokan?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Atikokan, including Basswood Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Atikokan?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Atikokan, including Basswood Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Atikokan?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Atikokan, including Lower Basswood Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Atikokan?

The shortest waterfall hike near Atikokan is Curtain Falls at 0.6 km round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Atikokan?

The tallest waterfall near Atikokan is Twin Falls at 50 metres.

Do any waterfalls near Atikokan require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Atikokan require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Atikokan?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Atikokan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Atikokan?

The closest waterfall to Atikokan is Little Falls, approximately 2.4 km away.

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