Waterfall Hikes Near Iron River, MI

2,995 residents
Menominee Time Zone
63 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Iron River? There are 63 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Iron River. 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 46.0966°N, -88.6396°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Iron River

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

63 of 63 gauged

63 waterfalls near Iron River have live flow data today

Agate Falls Barely Flowing Ajibikika Falls Barely Flowing Bond Falls Barely Flowing Dumpy Falls Barely Flowing Jumbo Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Mex-i-min-e Falls Barely Flowing Middle East Jumbo River Falls Barely Flowing Rock Bluff Falls Barely Flowing Upper East Tumbo River Falls Barely Flowing Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Fumee Falls Barely Flowing Little Quinnesec Falls Barely Flowing Smalley Falls Barely Flowing Breakwater Falls Barely Flowing Bull Falls Low Eighteenfoot Falls Low Eightfoot Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Low Twelvefoot Falls Low Canyon Falls Low Lower Canyon Falls Low Ogemaw Falls Low Upper Falls Low Tibbets Falls Low Chicagon Falls Barely Flowing Chipmunk Falls Barely Flowing 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 Ford Dam Falls Barely Flowing Horse Race Rapids Barely Flowing Hydraulic Dam Falls Barely Flowing Piers Gorge Falls Barely Flowing Sand Portage Falls Barely Flowing Glidden Rapids Moderate Margeson Falls Moderate Michigamme Falls (historical) Moderate Gomanche Falls Moderate Middle Silver River Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Hogger Falls Barely Flowing Otter Falls Barely Flowing Wyandotte Falls Barely Flowing West Branch Sturgeon Falls Barely Flowing Vista Falls Barely Flowing Sturgeon Falls Barely Flowing Kakabika Falls Barely Flowing Wolverine Falls Barely Flowing Lower Mill Pond Falls Low Upper Mill Pond Falls Low O Kun de Kun Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Strong Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 72°F

Thu 72°F Sunny Best
Fri 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Sat 80°F Sunny
Sun 73°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 70°F Rain Showers Likely
Wed 65°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Iron River (17 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.

Chicagon Falls waterfall

Chicagon Falls

37.2 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft
Chipmunk Falls waterfall

Chipmunk Falls

49 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Glidden Rapids

43.1 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Iron River (43 waterfalls)

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

Margeson Falls

5.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tibbets Falls

3.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 63 Waterfalls Near Iron River

Chicagon Falls waterfall

Chicagon Falls

37.2 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft
Chipmunk Falls waterfall

Chipmunk Falls

49 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Glidden Rapids

43.1 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

Michigamme Falls (historical)

42.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Margeson Falls

5.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tibbets Falls

3.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Middle East Jumbo River Falls

Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Upper East Tumbo River Falls

41.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Dumpy Falls

38.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mex-i-min-e Falls waterfall

Mex-i-min-e Falls

47.1 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
Jumbo Falls waterfall

Jumbo Falls

Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Breakwater Falls

7.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

6.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ogemaw Falls

2.8 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
Canyon Falls waterfall

Canyon Falls

16 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

28.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Plumbago Falls

4.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ford Dam Falls

11.2 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Iron River

Are there free waterfalls near Iron River?

There are 35 free waterfalls near Iron River, including Agate Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Iron River?

There are 17 easy waterfall hikes near Iron River, including Agate Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Iron River?

There are 43 dog-friendly waterfalls near Iron River, including Agate Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Iron River?

There are 47 kid-friendly waterfalls near Iron River, including Agate Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Iron River?

The shortest waterfall hike near Iron River is Agate Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Iron River?

The tallest waterfall near Iron River is Upper Falls at 50 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Iron River require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Iron River?

Yes, 55 waterfalls near Iron River have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Iron River?

The closest waterfall to Iron River is Chicagon Falls, approximately 9.7 miles away.

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