Waterfall Hikes Near Crandon, WI

1,519 residents
Chicago Time Zone
32 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Crandon? There are 32 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Crandon. 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 45.5686°N, -88.8973°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Crandon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

32 of 32 gauged

32 waterfalls near Crandon have live flow data today

Beartrap Falls Moderate Big Eddy Falls Moderate Freeman Falls Moderate Gilmer Falls Moderate Little Bull Falls Moderate Peavey Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Wayka Falls Moderate Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Little Quinnesec Falls Barely Flowing Smalley Falls Barely Flowing Big Smoky Falls Barely Flowing Ducknest Falls Barely Flowing Evergreen Falls Barely Flowing Sullivan 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 Chicagon Falls Barely Flowing Chipmunk 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 Mex-i-min-e Falls Low Strong Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Areas Of Frost then Sunny · 68°F

Aft 57°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 68°F Areas Of Frost then Sunny Best
Fri 78°F Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny
Sat 77°F Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 69°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Mon 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 67°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Crandon (12 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.

Eightfoot Falls

23.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Twelvefoot Falls waterfall

Twelvefoot Falls

23.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Crandon (20 waterfalls)

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

Strong Falls waterfall

Strong Falls

Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

26.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Eighteenfoot Falls

24.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 32 Waterfalls Near Crandon

Little Bull Falls waterfall

Little Bull Falls

19.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ford Dam Falls

11.2 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Horse Race Rapids

Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chicagon Falls waterfall

Chicagon Falls

37.2 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft
Smalley Falls waterfall

Smalley Falls

7.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Long Slide Falls waterfall

Long Slide Falls

8.5 miles away
Wisconsin
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
Hydraulic Dam Falls waterfall

Hydraulic Dam Falls

23.6 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
Chipmunk Falls waterfall

Chipmunk Falls

49 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Piers Gorge Falls waterfall

Piers Gorge Falls

8.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Crandon

Are there free waterfalls near Crandon?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Crandon, including Bull Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Crandon?

There are 12 easy waterfall hikes near Crandon, including Bull Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Crandon?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Crandon, including Big Eddy Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Crandon?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Crandon, including Big Eddy Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Crandon?

The shortest waterfall hike near Crandon is Beartrap Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Crandon?

The tallest waterfall near Crandon is Twelvefoot Falls at 12 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Crandon require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Crandon require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Crandon?

Yes, 26 waterfalls near Crandon have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Crandon?

The closest waterfall to Crandon is Strong Falls, approximately 26.1 miles away.

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