Waterfall Hikes Near Houghton, MI

8,303 residents
Detroit Time Zone
69 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Houghton? There are 69 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Houghton. 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 47.1118°N, -88.5675°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Houghton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

60 of 69 gauged

5 of 60 waterfalls near Houghton are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 72°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 71°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 72°F Sunny Best
Sat 77°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 75°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Houghton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Tibbets Falls Strong · 17 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Falls Strong · 17 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 Canyon Falls Strong · 17 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 Ogemaw Falls Strong · 17 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 Lower Canyon Falls Strong · 17 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Turkey Neck Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 66th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Houghton (8 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 Houghton (57 waterfalls)

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

Hungarian Falls waterfall

Hungarian Falls

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

Houghton Falls

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

Lower Falls

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

Upper Falls

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

Otter Falls

16 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls River Falls waterfall

Middle Falls River Falls

24.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 69 Waterfalls Near Houghton

Black Slate Falls

38.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canyon Falls waterfall

Canyon Falls

1.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Canyon Falls waterfall

Lower Canyon Falls

49.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Plumbago Falls

15.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sturgeon Falls waterfall

Sturgeon Falls

32.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
West Branch Sturgeon Falls waterfall

West Branch Sturgeon Falls

21.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hogger Falls waterfall

Hogger Falls

33.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jacobs Falls waterfall

Jacobs Falls

47 miles away
In Isle Royale National Park
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ravine River Falls waterfall

Ravine River Falls

40.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Silver Falls waterfall

Upper Silver Falls

42.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harley Falls

0.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Copper Falls waterfall

Copper Falls

19.8 miles away
In Isle Royale National Park
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Silver River Falls waterfall

Upper Silver River Falls

42.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.8 miles 120 ft
Big Erick's Falls waterfall

Big Erick's Falls

Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
No Name Falls waterfall

No Name Falls

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

Lower Falls

1.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vista Falls waterfall

Vista Falls

12.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ectasy Falls waterfall

Ectasy Falls

1.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
West Branch Falls waterfall

West Branch Falls

1.6 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
East Branch Falls waterfall

East Branch Falls

47 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Houghton

Are there free waterfalls near Houghton?

There are 47 free waterfalls near Houghton, including Big Erick's Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Houghton?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Houghton, including Chipmunk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Houghton?

There are 57 dog-friendly waterfalls near Houghton, including Big Erick's Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Houghton?

There are 59 kid-friendly waterfalls near Houghton, including Big Erick's Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Houghton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Houghton?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Houghton?

Yes, 33 waterfalls near Houghton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Houghton?

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

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