Waterfall Hikes Near Ely, MN

3,265 residents
Chicago Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ely? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ely. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 47.9054°N, -91.8517°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ely

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 29 gauged

17 waterfalls near Ely have live flow data today

Basswood Falls Barely Flowing Last Falls Barely Flowing Lower Basswood Falls Barely Flowing Wheelbarrow Falls Barely Flowing Chipmunk Falls Barely Flowing Sue Falls Barely Flowing Chatterton Falls Barely Flowing Snake Falls Barely Flowing Split Rock Falls Barely Flowing Ivy Falls Barely Flowing Snake Falls Barely Flowing Basswood Falls Barely Flowing Lower Basswood Falls Barely Flowing Rebecca Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Myrtle Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Tod 78°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 76°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Thu 75°F Sunny
Fri 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 68°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 72°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Mon 76°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Ely

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Basswood Falls Barely Flowing · 286 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Chipmunk Falls Barely Flowing · 82 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Last Falls Barely Flowing · 286 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Basswood Falls Barely Flowing · 286 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Wheelbarrow Falls Barely Flowing · 286 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Sue Falls Barely Flowing · 29 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ely (1 waterfall)

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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ely (9 waterfalls)

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

Pipestone Falls waterfall

Pipestone Falls

30.6 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Basswood Falls waterfall

Lower Basswood Falls

36.9 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft

Wheelbarrow Falls

37.9 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Ely

Newton Falls waterfall

Newton Falls

45.8 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pipestone Falls waterfall

Pipestone Falls

30.6 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Basswood Falls waterfall

Lower Basswood Falls

36.9 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Last Falls waterfall

Last Falls

37 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Basswood Falls

59.5 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Wheelbarrow Falls

37.9 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basswood Falls waterfall

Basswood Falls

39.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Basswood Falls

In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

34.6 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rebecca Falls waterfall

Rebecca Falls

54.8 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Sioux Falls waterfall

Sioux Falls

45.2 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

58 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Pike River Falls waterfall

Pike River Falls

6.7 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Devils Cascade

19.8 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Louisa Falls waterfall

Louisa Falls

62 km away
In Quetico Provincial Park
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Loon Falls waterfall

Loon Falls

47 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fiftysix Rapids

25 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snake Falls waterfall

Snake Falls

52.8 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Ivy Falls waterfall

Ivy Falls

51.4 km away
Ontario
Moderate
Unknown Unknown
Myrtle Falls waterfall

Myrtle Falls

53.6 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ely

Are there free waterfalls near Ely?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Ely, including Basswood Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ely?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Ely, including Pancake Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ely?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ely, including Basswood Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ely?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ely, including Basswood Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ely?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Ely, including Lower Basswood Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ely?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ely is Basswood Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ely?

The tallest waterfall near Ely is Twin Falls at 165 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Ely require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Ely require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ely?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Ely have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ely?

The closest waterfall to Ely is Newton Falls, approximately 8.6 miles away.

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