Waterfall Hikes Near Elcho, WI

199 residents
Chicago Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elcho? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elcho. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.4354°N, -89.1861°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elcho

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

21 of 21 waterfalls near Elcho are flowing strongly today

Ajibikika Falls Roaring Bond Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Mex-i-min-e Falls Roaring Rock Bluff Falls Roaring Beartrap Falls Roaring Big Eddy Falls Roaring Freeman Falls Roaring Gilmer Falls Roaring Little Bull Falls Roaring Peavey Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Wayka Falls Roaring Big Smoky Falls Roaring Ducknest Falls Roaring Evergreen Falls Roaring Sullivan Falls Roaring Grandfather Falls Roaring Horseshoe Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Strong Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 49°F

Wed 61°F Rain Showers
Thu 46°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 42°F Partly Sunny
Sat 44°F Sunny
Sun 49°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 53°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 52°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Elcho

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Strong Falls Roaring · 293 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Wayka Falls Roaring · 227 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 227 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Peavey Falls Roaring · 227 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Little Bull Falls Roaring · 227 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Horseshoe Falls Roaring · 158 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Elcho (16 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.

Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

32 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
2.0 miles Unknown
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

39.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Evergreen Falls in Wisconsin, about 31 feet of drop LiDAR

Evergreen Falls

39.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown
Strong Falls waterfall

Strong Falls

39.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Peavey Falls in Wisconsin, about 27 feet of drop LiDAR

Peavey Falls

40.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Sullivan Falls waterfall

Sullivan Falls

41 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Elcho

Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

32 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
2.0 miles Unknown
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

39.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Evergreen Falls in Wisconsin, about 31 feet of drop LiDAR

Evergreen Falls

39.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown
Strong Falls waterfall

Strong Falls

39.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Peavey Falls in Wisconsin, about 27 feet of drop LiDAR

Peavey Falls

40.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Sullivan Falls waterfall

Sullivan Falls

41 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Ducknest Falls in Wisconsin, about 19 feet of drop LiDAR

Ducknest Falls

41.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Big Smoky Falls in Wisconsin, about 29 feet of drop LiDAR

Big Smoky Falls

43.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Rock Bluff Falls waterfall

Rock Bluff Falls

45.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Beartrap Falls in Wisconsin, about 25 feet of drop LiDAR

Beartrap Falls

45.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Aerial view around Ajibikika Falls in Michigan Aerial

Ajibikika Falls

45.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Big Eddy Falls in Wisconsin, about 20 feet of drop LiDAR

Big Eddy Falls

46.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Wayka Falls in Wisconsin, about 15 feet of drop LiDAR

Wayka Falls

47.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Freeman Falls waterfall

Freeman Falls

47.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

48.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Mex-i-min-e Falls waterfall

Mex-i-min-e Falls

48.5 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.2 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Gilmer Falls in Wisconsin, about 21 feet of drop LiDAR

Gilmer Falls

48.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Little Bull Falls in Wisconsin, about 29 feet of drop LiDAR

Little Bull Falls

48.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

49.7 miles away
Michigan
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Bond Falls waterfall

Bond Falls

49.9 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elcho

Are there free waterfalls near Elcho?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Elcho, including Big Eddy Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Elcho?

There are 16 easy waterfall hikes near Elcho, including Ajibikika Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elcho?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Elcho, including Ajibikika Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elcho?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elcho, including Ajibikika Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elcho?

The shortest waterfall hike near Elcho is Ajibikika Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Elcho?

The tallest waterfall near Elcho is Bond Falls at 50 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Elcho require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elcho?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Elcho have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elcho?

The closest waterfall to Elcho is Grandfather Falls, approximately 32 miles away.

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