Waterfall Hikes Near Eau Claire, WI

109,491 residents

Chicago Time Zone

2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Big Falls on the Eau Claire River is the swimming hole this city relies on in July, half a mile of easy walking, dogs welcome in the water. Hamilton Falls adds a mile of trail, also fine for dogs. Two falls within the radius is a thin count for a city over a hundred thousand, so Big Falls carries the load. Get there early on hot weekends.

Located at 44.8197°N, -91.4948°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Eau Claire

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 2 gauged

1 waterfall near Eau Claire has live flow data today

Big Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 65°F

Sun 68°F Chance Rain Showers

Mon 75°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny

Tue 71°F Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Wed 71°F Chance Rain Showers

Thu 69°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

Fri 65°F Mostly Sunny Best

Sat 64°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Eau Claire

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

1 Big Falls Moderate · 1100 cfs 27th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Eau Claire (2 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.