Waterfall Hikes Near Iron Mountain, MI

7,522 residents
Menominee Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Iron Mountain? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Iron Mountain. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.8275°N, -88.0599°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Iron Mountain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

43 of 43 gauged

43 waterfalls near Iron Mountain have live flow data today

Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) Moderate Fumee Falls Moderate Little Quinnesec Falls Moderate Smalley Falls Moderate Black River Falls Barely Flowing White City Falls Barely Flowing Breakwater Falls Low Bull Falls Barely Flowing Daves Falls Barely Flowing Eighteenfoot Falls Barely Flowing Eightfoot Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Twelvefoot Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Dam Falls Barely Flowing Chandler Falls Barely Flowing Chicagon Falls Low Chipmunk Falls Low Dee Lundeen Falls Barely Flowing Ely Falls Barely Flowing Schweitzer Falls Barely Flowing Warner Falls Barely Flowing Tiger Falls Barely Flowing Ford Dam Falls Barely Flowing Horse Race Rapids Barely Flowing Hydraulic Dam Falls Barely Flowing Long Slide Falls Barely Flowing Piers Gorge Falls Barely Flowing Sand Portage Falls Barely Flowing Sturgeon Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Glidden Rapids Low Margeson Falls Low Michigamme Falls (historical) Low Lower Mill Pond Falls Barely Flowing Power Dam Falls Barely Flowing Upper Mill Pond Falls Barely Flowing Pemene Falls Barely Flowing Quiver Falls Low Rose Falls (East) Barely Flowing Rose Falls (West) Barely Flowing Upper Sturgeon Falls Barely Flowing Tioga Falls Barely Flowing Twin Island Rapids Low Strong Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 66°F

Tue 55°F Rain Showers
Wed 54°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 66°F Sunny Best
Fri 67°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Sun 70°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 73°F Rain Showers Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Iron Mountain (14 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.

Ford Dam Falls

11.2 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Iron Mountain (27 waterfalls)

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

Hydraulic Dam Falls waterfall

Hydraulic Dam Falls

23.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fumee Falls waterfall

Fumee Falls

3.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Iron Mountain

Tiger Falls waterfall

Tiger Falls

11.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Warner Falls waterfall

Warner Falls

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

Tioga Falls

47.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Iron Mountain

Are there free waterfalls near Iron Mountain?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Iron Mountain, including Black River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Iron Mountain?

There are 14 easy waterfall hikes near Iron Mountain, including Bull Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Iron Mountain?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Iron Mountain, including Black River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Iron Mountain?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Iron Mountain, including Black River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Iron Mountain?

The shortest waterfall hike near Iron Mountain is Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Iron Mountain?

The tallest waterfall near Iron Mountain is Twelvefoot Falls at 12 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Iron Mountain require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Iron Mountain?

Yes, 21 waterfalls near Iron Mountain have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Iron Mountain?

The closest waterfall to Iron Mountain is Horse Race Rapids, approximately 2.3 miles away.

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