Waterfall Hikes Near Butternut, WI

458 residents
Chicago Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Butternut? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Butternut. 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 46.0133°N, -90.4974°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Butternut

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 25 gauged

17 of 25 waterfalls near Butternut are flowing strongly today

Algonquin Falls Strong Gorge Falls Strong Great Conglomerate Falls Strong Manakiki Falls Strong Maple Creek Falls Strong Potawatomi Falls Strong Bellile Falls Moderate Pipestone Falls Moderate Brownstone Falls Moderate Chippewa Falls Strong Gabbro Falls Strong Granite Falls Strong Interstate Falls Strong Neepikon Falls Strong Peterson Falls Strong Powder Horn Falls Strong Rocky Forty Falls Strong Root Beer Falls Strong Saxon Falls Strong Superior Falls Strong Copper Falls Low Little Falls Barely Flowing Morgan Falls Moderate Potato River Falls Moderate Spring Camp Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 83°F

Wed 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 86°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Ind 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 83°F Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Butternut

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Superior Falls Strong · 39 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Saxon Falls Strong · 39 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Root Beer Falls Strong · 39 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Chippewa Falls Strong · 39 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Rocky Forty Falls Strong · 39 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 Gabbro Falls Strong · 39 cfs 87th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Butternut (3 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.

Copper Falls waterfall

Copper Falls

Wisconsin
Easy
1.7 miles 150 ft
Brownstone Falls waterfall

Brownstone Falls

Wisconsin
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Butternut (19 waterfalls)

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

Potato River Falls waterfall

Potato River Falls

14.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
0.8 miles 100 ft
Spring Camp Falls waterfall

Spring Camp Falls

45.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Superior Falls waterfall

Superior Falls

14.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Butternut

Potato River Falls waterfall

Potato River Falls

14.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
0.8 miles 100 ft
Copper Falls waterfall

Copper Falls

Wisconsin
Easy
1.7 miles 150 ft
Brownstone Falls waterfall

Brownstone Falls

Wisconsin
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Spring Camp Falls waterfall

Spring Camp Falls

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

Little Falls

36.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Superior Falls waterfall

Superior Falls

14.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Saxon Falls waterfall

Saxon Falls

12.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Morgan Falls waterfall

Morgan Falls

40.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Interstate Falls waterfall

Interstate Falls

1.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Peterson Falls waterfall

Peterson Falls

49.8 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

Pipestone Falls

28.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rocky Forty Falls waterfall

Rocky Forty Falls

48.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Granite Falls waterfall

Granite Falls

7.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Powder Horn Falls

46.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bellile Falls

Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Neepikon Falls

10.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gabbro Falls waterfall

Gabbro Falls

11.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chippewa Falls waterfall

Chippewa Falls

12.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Manakiki Falls

13.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Maple Creek Falls

13.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Butternut

Are there free waterfalls near Butternut?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Butternut, including Algonquin Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Butternut?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Butternut, including Brownstone Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Butternut?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Butternut, including Algonquin Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Butternut?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Butternut, including Algonquin Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Butternut?

The shortest waterfall hike near Butternut is Algonquin Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Butternut?

The tallest waterfall near Butternut is Superior Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Butternut?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Butternut have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Butternut?

The closest waterfall to Butternut is Potato River Falls, approximately 23.2 miles away.

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