Waterfall Hikes Near Iron River, WI

699 residents
Chicago Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Iron River? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Iron River. 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 46.5671°N, -91.4069°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Iron River

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 17 gauged

4 of 12 waterfalls near Iron River are flowing strongly today

Amnicon Falls Moderate Big Manitou Falls Moderate Little Manitou Falls Moderate Bellile Falls Low Pipestone Falls Low Brownstone Falls Roaring Copper Falls Moderate Morgan Falls Moderate Potato River Falls Roaring Saxon Falls Roaring Superior Falls Roaring Shale Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Aft 73°F Mostly Cloudy
Sat 78°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 82°F Partly Sunny
Lab 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 79°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 73°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Iron River

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Brownstone Falls Roaring · 3 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Saxon Falls Roaring · 35 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Superior Falls Roaring · 35 cfs 98th percentile
  4. 4 Potato River Falls Roaring · 7 cfs 95th percentile
  5. 5 Shale Falls Moderate · 107 cfs 67th percentile
  6. 6 Amnicon Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Iron River (5 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.

Big Manitou Falls waterfall

Big Manitou Falls

9.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Iron River (12 waterfalls)

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

Amnicon Falls waterfall

Amnicon Falls

12.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gooseberry Falls waterfall

Gooseberry Falls

Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Morgan Falls waterfall

Morgan Falls

34 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Manitou Falls waterfall

Little Manitou Falls

10.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Iron River

Shale Falls waterfall

Shale Falls

38.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Amnicon Falls waterfall

Amnicon Falls

12.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gooseberry Falls waterfall

Gooseberry Falls

Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Morgan Falls waterfall

Morgan Falls

34 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Manitou Falls waterfall

Big Manitou Falls

9.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Little Manitou Falls waterfall

Little Manitou Falls

10.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glenn Avon Falls waterfall CC

Glenn Avon Falls

29.9 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver River Falls waterfall

Beaver River Falls

28 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Pancake Falls waterfall

Pancake Falls

35.1 miles away
Minnesota
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Brownstone Falls waterfall

Brownstone Falls

11.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Copper Falls waterfall

Copper Falls

11.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.7 miles 150 ft

Pipestone Falls

11.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Superior Falls waterfall

Superior Falls

11.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Potato River Falls waterfall

Potato River Falls

11.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
0.8 miles 100 ft
Saxon Falls waterfall

Saxon Falls

14.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Illgen Falls waterfall

Illgen Falls

29 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bellile Falls

49.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Iron River

Are there free waterfalls near Iron River?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Iron River, including Beaver River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Iron River?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Iron River, including Beaver River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Iron River?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Iron River, including Amnicon Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Iron River?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Iron River, including Amnicon Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Iron River?

The shortest waterfall hike near Iron River is Amnicon Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Iron River?

The tallest waterfall near Iron River is Big Manitou Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Iron River?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Iron River have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Iron River?

The closest waterfall to Iron River is Shale Falls, approximately 14.2 miles away.

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