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

14 of 63 waterfalls near Iron River are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 84°F

Wed 87°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 83°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Ind 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 84°F Sunny Best
Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Iron River

Updated 38 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Michigamme Falls (historical) Roaring · 471 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Margeson Falls Roaring · 471 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Glidden Rapids Roaring · 471 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Upper East Tumbo River Falls Roaring · 209 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Rock Bluff Falls Roaring · 209 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Middle East Jumbo River Falls Roaring · 209 cfs 96th percentile

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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

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

Chipmunk Falls

12.5 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Glidden Rapids

44.9 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

17.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tibbets Falls

29.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 63 Waterfalls Near Iron River

Bond Falls waterfall

Bond Falls

8.1 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Tioga Falls waterfall

Tioga Falls

11.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Bluff Falls waterfall

Rock Bluff Falls

32.3 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

Ajibikika Falls

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

West Branch Sturgeon Falls

39.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
No Name Falls waterfall

No Name Falls

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

Hogger Falls

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

Onion Falls

Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Agate Falls waterfall

Agate Falls

41.6 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Vista Falls waterfall

Vista Falls

14.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Upper Mill Pond Falls

30.1 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Lower Mill Pond Falls

30 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft

Daults Falls

13.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Power Dam Falls waterfall

Power Dam Falls

14.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Power House Falls waterfall

Power House Falls

14.3 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Middle Falls River Falls waterfall

Middle Falls River Falls

24.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

42.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Horse Race Rapids

44.8 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
Hydraulic Dam Falls waterfall

Hydraulic Dam Falls

45.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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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