Waterfall Hikes Near Grand Marais, MI

256 residents
Detroit Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Grand Marais? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Grand Marais. 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 46.6685°N, -85.9751°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Grand Marais

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 17 gauged

4 waterfalls near Grand Marais have live flow data today

Lower Falls Low Upper Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 58°F

Aft 58°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 65°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sat 65°F Partly Sunny
Sun 56°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 47°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 48°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 51°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Grand Marais

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Falls Low · 455 cfs 21st percentile
  2. 2 Upper Falls Low · 455 cfs 21st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Grand Marais (14 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.

Sable Falls waterfall

Sable Falls

1.6 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.5 miles 75 ft
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

26.7 miles away
Michigan
Easy
3.0 miles Unknown
Bridalveil Falls waterfall

Bridalveil Falls

31 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Grand Marais (11 waterfalls)

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

Spray Falls waterfall

Spray Falls

23.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
9.6 miles Unknown

All 17 Waterfalls Near Grand Marais

Chipmunk Falls waterfall

Chipmunk Falls

0.9 miles away
Michigan
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Sable Falls waterfall

Sable Falls

1.6 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.5 miles 75 ft
Spray Falls waterfall

Spray Falls

23.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
9.6 miles Unknown
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

26.7 miles away
Michigan
Easy
3.0 miles Unknown
Mosquito Falls waterfall

Mosquito Falls

28.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.1 miles Unknown
Bridalveil Falls waterfall

Bridalveil Falls

31 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Miners Falls waterfall

Miners Falls

33 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

34.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
4.0 miles Unknown
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

35.7 miles away
Michigan
Easy
4.0 miles Unknown
Munising Falls waterfall

Munising Falls

39.3 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Memorial Falls waterfall

Memorial Falls

39.8 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Tannery Falls waterfall

Tannery Falls

39.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

41.2 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Alger Falls waterfall

Alger Falls

41.9 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Wagner Falls waterfall

Wagner Falls

42.1 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Scott Falls waterfall

Scott Falls

46.8 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Cole Creek Falls in Michigan, about 49 feet of drop LiDAR

Cole Creek Falls

48.8 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Grand Marais

Are there free waterfalls near Grand Marais?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Grand Marais, including Alger Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Grand Marais?

There are 14 easy waterfall hikes near Grand Marais, including Alger Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Grand Marais?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Grand Marais, including Alger Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Grand Marais?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Grand Marais, including Alger Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Grand Marais?

The shortest waterfall hike near Grand Marais is Alger Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Grand Marais?

The tallest waterfall near Grand Marais is Sable Falls at 75 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Grand Marais?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Grand Marais have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Grand Marais?

The closest waterfall to Grand Marais is Chipmunk Falls, approximately 0.9 miles away.

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