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 waterfalls near Hatley have live flow data today

Beartrap Falls Low Big Eddy Falls Low Freeman Falls Low Gilmer Falls Low Little Bull Falls Low Peavey Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Wayka Falls Low Big Smoky Falls Barely Flowing Ducknest Falls Barely Flowing Evergreen Falls Barely Flowing Sullivan Falls Barely Flowing Grandfather Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Chance Rain Showers · 80°F

Aft 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 87°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 80°F Chance Rain Showers Best
Mon 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

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 Barely Flowing · 130 cfs 9th percentile
  2. 2 Big Eddy Falls Barely Flowing · 130 cfs 9th percentile
  3. 3 Freeman Falls Barely Flowing · 130 cfs 9th percentile
  4. 4 Gilmer Falls Barely Flowing · 130 cfs 9th percentile
  5. 5 Little Bull Falls Barely Flowing · 130 cfs 9th percentile
  6. 6 Little Falls Barely Flowing · 263 cfs 9th 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

22.7 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

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

Freeman Falls

18.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Bull Falls

18.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Hatley

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

Freeman Falls

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

Little Falls

8.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Peavey Falls

22.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

Gilmer Falls

18.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Bull Falls

18.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Beartrap Falls

25.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wayka Falls

25.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

Big Eddy Falls

28.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Smoky Falls

30.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Evergreen Falls

31 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ducknest Falls

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

Sullivan Falls

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

Grandfather Falls

31.8 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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