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 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 82°F

Aft 88°F Sunny
Thu 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Mon 82°F Sunny Best
Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Eau Claire

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Moderate · 1250 cfs 55th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Eau Claire (2 waterfalls)

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

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

38.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hamilton Falls waterfall

Hamilton Falls

29.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Eau Claire

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

38.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hamilton Falls waterfall

Hamilton Falls

29.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Eau Claire

Are there free waterfalls near Eau Claire?

There is 1 free waterfall near Eau Claire, including Big Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Eau Claire?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Eau Claire, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Eau Claire?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Eau Claire, including Big Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Eau Claire?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Eau Claire, including Big Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Eau Claire?

The shortest waterfall hike near Eau Claire is Big Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to Eau Claire?

The closest waterfall to Eau Claire is Big Falls, approximately 8.5 miles away.

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