Waterfall Hikes Near Alpha, MI

210 residents
Menominee Time Zone
68 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Alpha? There are 68 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Alpha. 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 46.0441°N, -88.3776°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Alpha

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

68 of 68 gauged

68 waterfalls near Alpha have live flow data today

Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Fumee Falls Barely Flowing Little Quinnesec Falls Barely Flowing Smalley Falls Barely Flowing Black River Falls Barely Flowing White City Falls Barely Flowing Black Slate Falls Moderate Gomanche Falls Moderate Letherby Falls Moderate Middle Silver River Falls Moderate Quartzite Falls Moderate Ravine River Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Slate River Falls Moderate Slide Falls Moderate Bond Falls Barely Flowing Dumpy Falls Barely Flowing Jumbo Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Mex-i-min-e Falls Barely Flowing Middle East Jumbo River Falls Barely Flowing Upper East Tumbo River Falls Barely Flowing Breakwater Falls Barely Flowing Bull Falls Moderate Daves Falls Moderate Eighteenfoot Falls Moderate Eightfoot Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Twelvefoot Falls Moderate Canyon Falls Moderate Lower Canyon Falls Moderate Ogemaw Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Tibbets Falls Moderate Cataract Dam Falls Barely Flowing Chicagon Falls Barely Flowing Chipmunk Falls Barely Flowing Daults Falls Moderate Harley Falls Moderate Middle Falls River Falls Moderate No Name Falls Moderate Plumbago Falls Moderate Power Dam Falls Moderate Power House Falls Moderate Upper Sturgeon Falls Moderate Upper Silver River Falls Moderate Upper Silver Falls Moderate Tioga Falls Moderate Dee Lundeen Falls Low Ely Falls Barely Flowing Ford Dam Falls Barely Flowing Horse Race Rapids Barely Flowing Hydraulic Dam Falls Barely Flowing Long Slide Falls Barely Flowing Piers Gorge Falls Barely Flowing Sand Portage Falls Barely Flowing Sturgeon Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Glidden Rapids Moderate Margeson Falls Moderate Michigamme Falls (historical) Moderate Lower Letherby Falls Moderate Lower Mill Pond Falls Low Power Dam Falls Low Upper Mill Pond Falls Low Pemene Falls Barely Flowing Quiver Falls Barely Flowing Sturgeon Falls Barely Flowing Strong Falls Low

Updated 18 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 70°F

Aft 58°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 70°F Sunny Best
Fri 80°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 77°F Sunny
Sun 69°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Mon 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 68°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Alpha (17 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.

Chicagon Falls waterfall

Chicagon Falls

37.2 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

Glidden Rapids

43.1 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft
Chipmunk Falls waterfall

Chipmunk Falls

49 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Alpha (47 waterfalls)

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

Margeson Falls

5.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 68 Waterfalls Near Alpha

Chicagon Falls waterfall

Chicagon Falls

37.2 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

Glidden Rapids

43.1 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

Michigamme Falls (historical)

42.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Margeson Falls

5.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Breakwater Falls

7.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chipmunk Falls waterfall

Chipmunk Falls

49 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Ford Dam Falls

11.2 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Upper Mill Pond Falls

29.3 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Lower Mill Pond Falls

29.4 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft

Horse Race Rapids

Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hydraulic Dam Falls waterfall

Hydraulic Dam Falls

23.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) waterfall

Big Quinnesec Falls (historical)

23.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Strong Falls waterfall

Strong Falls

Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tioga Falls waterfall

Tioga Falls

47.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fumee Falls waterfall

Fumee Falls

3.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
No Name Falls waterfall

No Name Falls

4.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Quinnesec Falls waterfall

Little Quinnesec Falls

5.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sand Portage Falls

7.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Sturgeon Falls waterfall

Upper Sturgeon Falls

46.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Plumbago Falls

4.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Alpha

Are there free waterfalls near Alpha?

There are 38 free waterfalls near Alpha, including Black River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Alpha?

There are 17 easy waterfall hikes near Alpha, including Bond Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Alpha?

There are 47 dog-friendly waterfalls near Alpha, including Black River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Alpha?

There are 50 kid-friendly waterfalls near Alpha, including Black River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Alpha?

The shortest waterfall hike near Alpha is Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Alpha?

The tallest waterfall near Alpha is Upper Falls at 50 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Alpha require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Alpha?

Yes, 43 waterfalls near Alpha have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Alpha?

The closest waterfall to Alpha is Chicagon Falls, approximately 7.6 miles away.

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