Waterfall Hikes Near Houghton, MI

8,303 residents
Detroit Time Zone
68 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Houghton? There are 68 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

59 of 68 gauged

59 waterfalls near Houghton have live flow data today

Big Erick's Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing East Branch Falls Barely Flowing Ectasy Falls Barely Flowing Forty Foot Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Lower Letherby Falls Barely Flowing Yellow Dog Falls Barely Flowing Wylie Falls Barely Flowing West Branch Yellow Dog Falls Barely Flowing West Branch Falls Barely Flowing Turkey Neck Falls Barely Flowing 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 Barely Flowing Houghton Falls Barely Flowing Hungarian Falls Barely Flowing 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 Dee Lundeen 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 Barely Flowing Hogback Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing 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 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 59°F

Aft 68°F Sunny
Sun 58°F Partly Sunny then Rain Showers Likely
Mon 67°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 57°F Rain Showers
Wed 49°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 59°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 63°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Houghton (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 Houghton (56 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
Middle Falls River Falls waterfall

Middle Falls River Falls

45.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 68 Waterfalls Near Houghton

Black Slate Falls

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

Canyon Falls

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

Lower Canyon Falls

16 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Plumbago Falls

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

Sturgeon Falls

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

West Branch Sturgeon Falls

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

Hogger Falls

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

Jacobs Falls

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

Ravine River Falls

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

Upper Silver Falls

4.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Harley Falls

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

Copper Falls

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

Upper Silver River Falls

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

Big Erick's Falls

34.3 miles away
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

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

Vista Falls

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

Ectasy Falls

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

West Branch Falls

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

East Branch Falls

15.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Houghton

Are there free waterfalls near Houghton?

There are 46 free waterfalls near Houghton, including Big Erick's Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Houghton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Houghton?

There are 56 dog-friendly waterfalls near Houghton, including Big Erick's Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Houghton?

There are 58 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, 32 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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