Waterfall Hikes Near Hatley, WI

549 residents
Chicago Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hatley? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hatley. 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 44.8866°N, -89.3371°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hatley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 of 14 waterfalls near Hatley are flowing strongly today

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 Strong Little Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 81°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 77°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 77°F Partly Sunny
Tue 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Thu 72°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Hatley

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Beartrap Falls Roaring · 335 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Big Eddy Falls Roaring · 335 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Freeman Falls Roaring · 335 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Gilmer Falls Roaring · 335 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Little Bull Falls Roaring · 335 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Little Falls Roaring · 471 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hatley (4 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.

Peavey Falls

11.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hatley (7 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Freeman Falls waterfall

Freeman Falls

7.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Bull Falls

6.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Hatley

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Freeman Falls waterfall

Freeman Falls

7.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

29.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Peavey Falls

11.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

Gilmer Falls

6.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Bull Falls

6.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Beartrap Falls

6.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wayka Falls

5.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

Big Eddy Falls

48.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Smoky Falls

45.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Evergreen Falls

45.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ducknest Falls

45.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Sullivan Falls waterfall

Sullivan Falls

45.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft
Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

48.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hatley

Are there free waterfalls near Hatley?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Hatley, including Ducknest Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hatley?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Hatley, including Ducknest Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hatley?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hatley, including Big Eddy Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hatley?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hatley, including Big Eddy Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hatley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hatley is Beartrap Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Hatley require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hatley?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Hatley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hatley?

The closest waterfall to Hatley is Rainbow Falls, approximately 27.3 miles away.

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