Waterfall Hikes Near Florence, WI

477 residents
Chicago Time Zone
47 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Florence? There are 47 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Florence. 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 45.9266°N, -88.2463°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Florence

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

47 of 47 gauged

47 waterfalls near Florence have live flow data today

Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) Low Fumee Falls Low Little Quinnesec Falls Low Smalley Falls Low Black River Falls Barely Flowing White City Falls Barely Flowing Breakwater Falls Moderate Bull Falls Moderate Daves Falls Moderate Eighteenfoot Falls Moderate Eightfoot Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Twelvefoot Falls Moderate Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Lower Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Ogemaw Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Tibbets Falls Barely Flowing Chicagon Falls Moderate Chipmunk Falls Moderate Daults Falls Moderate Harley Falls Moderate No Name Falls Moderate Plumbago Falls Moderate Upper Sturgeon Falls Moderate Upper Silver River Falls Moderate Upper Silver Falls Moderate Tioga Falls Moderate Dee Lundeen Falls Barely Flowing Ely Falls Barely Flowing Ford Dam Falls Moderate Horse Race Rapids Moderate Hydraulic Dam Falls Moderate Long Slide Falls Moderate Piers Gorge Falls Moderate Sand Portage Falls Moderate Sturgeon Falls (historical) Moderate Glidden Rapids Moderate Margeson Falls Moderate Michigamme Falls (historical) Moderate Lower Mill Pond Falls Moderate Power Dam Falls Moderate Upper Mill Pond Falls Moderate Pemene Falls Moderate Quiver Falls Moderate Rose Falls (West) Barely Flowing Strong Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Chance Rain Showers · 89°F

Mon 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
Tue 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 92°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 91°F Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 89°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Ind 89°F Chance Rain Showers Best
Sun 86°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Florence

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Mill Pond Falls Moderate · 316 cfs 59th percentile
  2. 2 Power Dam Falls Moderate · 316 cfs 59th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Mill Pond Falls Moderate · 316 cfs 59th percentile
  4. 4 Chicagon Falls Moderate · 80 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Chipmunk Falls Moderate · 80 cfs 57th percentile
  6. 6 Margeson Falls Moderate · 452 cfs 49th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Florence (15 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.

Glidden Rapids

44.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

Ford Dam Falls

43.5 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Florence (31 waterfalls)

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

Margeson Falls

17.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 47 Waterfalls Near Florence

Breakwater Falls

15.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glidden Rapids

44.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

Michigamme Falls (historical)

42.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ford Dam Falls

43.5 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Margeson Falls

17.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Horse Race Rapids

44.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hydraulic Dam Falls waterfall

Hydraulic Dam Falls

45.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) waterfall

Big Quinnesec Falls (historical)

45.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fumee Falls waterfall

Fumee Falls

49.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Quinnesec Falls waterfall

Little Quinnesec Falls

47.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chicagon Falls waterfall

Chicagon Falls

39.1 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

Upper Mill Pond Falls

30.1 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Lower Mill Pond Falls

30 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft

Sand Portage Falls

47.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Piers Gorge Falls waterfall

Piers Gorge Falls

48.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bull Falls waterfall

Bull Falls

34.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

Eighteenfoot Falls

34.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twelvefoot Falls waterfall

Twelvefoot Falls

34.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Eightfoot Falls

34.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

32.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Florence

Are there free waterfalls near Florence?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Florence, including Black River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Florence?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Florence, including Bull Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Florence?

There are 31 dog-friendly waterfalls near Florence, including Black River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Florence?

There are 34 kid-friendly waterfalls near Florence, including Black River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Florence?

The shortest waterfall hike near Florence is Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Florence?

The tallest waterfall near Florence is Upper Falls at 50 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Florence require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Florence?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Florence have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Florence?

The closest waterfall to Florence is Breakwater Falls, approximately 5 miles away.

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