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

5 of 59 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 Moderate Lower Canyon Falls Moderate Ogemaw Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Tibbets 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 Strong Dumpy Falls Roaring Jumbo Falls Roaring Middle East Jumbo River Falls Roaring Upper East Tumbo River Falls Roaring 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 Low O Kun de Kun Falls Low Onion Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 85°F Sunny
Fri 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Ind 78°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Mon 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

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 Jumbo Falls Roaring · 207 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Upper East Tumbo River Falls Roaring · 207 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Dumpy Falls Roaring · 207 cfs 91st percentile
  4. 4 Middle East Jumbo River Falls Roaring · 207 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Dee Lundeen Falls Strong · 48 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 Hungarian Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 69th percentile

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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

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

Houghton Falls

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

Lower Falls

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

Upper Falls

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

Otter Falls

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

Middle Falls River Falls

24.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 68 Waterfalls Near Houghton

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

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

Tioga Falls

11.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Letherby Falls

39.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Sturgeon Falls waterfall

Upper Sturgeon Falls

38.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Letherby Falls waterfall CC

Letherby Falls

36.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Haven Falls waterfall

Haven Falls

9.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver River Falls waterfall

Silver River Falls

4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Forty Foot Falls waterfall

Forty Foot Falls

50 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Turkey Neck Falls

34 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Eighty Foot Falls waterfall

Eighty Foot Falls

23.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Onion Falls waterfall

Onion Falls

Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

16.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
West Branch Yellow Dog Falls waterfall

West Branch Yellow Dog Falls

16.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

21.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

16.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hogback Falls

21.2 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Yellow Dog Falls waterfall

Yellow Dog Falls

Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

20.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Irish Rapid Falls waterfall

Irish Rapid Falls

7.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Manganese Falls waterfall

Manganese Falls

12.1 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 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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