Waterfall Hikes Near Hancock, MI

4,526 residents
Detroit Time Zone
66 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hancock? There are 66 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hancock. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 47.1367°N, -88.5979°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hancock

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

57 of 66 gauged

14 of 57 waterfalls near Hancock are flowing strongly today

Big Erick's Falls Strong Big Falls Strong East Branch Falls Strong Ectasy Falls Strong Forty Foot Falls Strong Lower Falls Strong Lower Letherby Falls Strong Yellow Dog Falls Strong West Branch Yellow Dog Falls Strong West Branch Falls Strong Turkey Neck Falls Strong Black Slate Falls Barely Flowing Gomanche Falls Barely Flowing Letherby Falls Barely Flowing Middle Silver River Falls Barely Flowing Quartzite Falls Barely Flowing Ravine River Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Slate River Falls Barely Flowing Slide Falls Barely Flowing Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Lower Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Ogemaw Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Tibbets Falls Barely Flowing Copper Falls Strong Houghton Falls Strong Hungarian Falls Strong Daults Falls Barely Flowing Harley Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls River Falls Barely Flowing No Name Falls Barely Flowing Plumbago Falls Barely Flowing Power Dam Falls Barely Flowing Power House Falls Barely Flowing Upper Sturgeon Falls Barely Flowing Upper Silver River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Silver Falls Barely Flowing Tioga Falls Barely Flowing Dumpy Falls Barely Flowing Jumbo Falls Barely Flowing Middle East Jumbo River Falls Barely Flowing Upper East Tumbo River Falls Barely Flowing Eighty Foot Falls Moderate Hogback Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Hogger Falls Low Otter Falls Low Wyandotte Falls Low West Branch Sturgeon Falls Low Vista Falls Low Sturgeon Falls Low Irish Rapid Falls Barely Flowing O Kun de Kun Falls Barely Flowing Onion Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 65°F

Aft 53°F Scattered Rain Showers
Wed 55°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 65°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 75°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 64°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 63°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 63°F Chance Rain Showers

Find waterfalls to hike near Hancock

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hancock (7 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hancock (55 waterfalls)

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

Hungarian Falls waterfall

Hungarian Falls

35.5 miles away
In Isle Royale National Park
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Houghton Falls waterfall

Houghton Falls

37.9 miles away
In Isle Royale National Park
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

30.6 miles away
In Isle Royale National Park
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

11.1 miles away
In Isle Royale National Park
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

21.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wyandotte Falls

17.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 66 Waterfalls Near Hancock

Yellow Dog Falls waterfall

Yellow Dog Falls

28.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Upper East Tumbo River Falls

41.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Middle East Jumbo River Falls

Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dumpy Falls

38.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

5.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

4.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hancock

Are there free waterfalls near Hancock?

There are 45 free waterfalls near Hancock, including Big Erick's Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hancock?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Hancock, including Gomanche Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hancock?

There are 55 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hancock, including Big Erick's Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hancock?

There are 57 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hancock, including Big Erick's Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hancock?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hancock is Big Erick's Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hancock?

The tallest waterfall near Hancock is Eighty Foot Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hancock?

Yes, 32 waterfalls near Hancock have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hancock?

The closest waterfall to Hancock is Hungarian Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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