Waterfall Hikes Near Ishpeming, MI

6,191 residents
Detroit Time Zone
89 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ishpeming? There are 89 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ishpeming. 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 46.4862°N, -87.6658°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ishpeming

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

87 of 89 gauged

38 of 87 waterfalls near Ishpeming are flowing strongly today

Alder Falls Moderate Big Garlic River Falls Moderate Big Pup Falls Moderate Bushy Creek Falls Moderate Eighty Foot Falls Moderate Hogback Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate Mulligan Falls Moderate Pinnacle Falls Moderate Yellow Dog River Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Au Train Falls Low 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 River Falls Moderate White City Falls Moderate Black Slate Falls Strong Gomanche Falls Strong Letherby Falls Strong Middle Silver River Falls Strong Quartzite Falls Strong Ravine River Falls Strong Silver Falls Strong Slate River Falls Strong Slide Falls Strong Canyon Falls Moderate Lower Canyon Falls Moderate Ogemaw Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Tibbets Falls Moderate Cataract Dam Falls Roaring Froling Falls Roaring Whitefish Falls Roaring Upper Chocolay Falls Roaring Chipmunk Falls Roaring Daults Falls Strong Harley Falls Strong Middle Falls River Falls Strong No Name Falls Strong Plumbago Falls Strong Power Dam Falls Strong Power House Falls Strong Upper Sturgeon Falls Strong Upper Silver River Falls Strong Upper Silver Falls Strong Tioga Falls Strong Dead River Falls Low Holeyoke Falls Low Laughing Whitefish Falls Low Little Garlic Falls Low Lower Carp River Falls Low Morgan Falls Low Reany Falls Low Rock River Falls Low Silver Falls Low Trestle Falls Low Dee Lundeen Falls Strong Ely Falls Moderate Schweitzer Falls Moderate Warner Falls Moderate Upper Carp River Falls Moderate Tiger Falls Moderate Fumee Falls Roaring Little Quinnesec Falls Roaring Glidden Rapids Strong Margeson Falls Strong Michigamme Falls (historical) Strong Hydraulic Dam Falls Roaring Piers Gorge Falls Roaring Sand Portage Falls Roaring Sturgeon Falls (historical) Roaring Lower Mill Pond Falls Roaring Power Dam Falls Roaring Upper Mill Pond Falls Roaring Rose Falls (East) Moderate Rose Falls (West) Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Fri 73°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 75°F Sunny
Sun 78°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Mon 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 94°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Ishpeming

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Sturgeon Falls (historical) Roaring · 3180 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Piers Gorge Falls Roaring · 3180 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Sand Portage Falls Roaring · 3180 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Little Quinnesec Falls Roaring · 2710 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Hydraulic Dam Falls Roaring · 3180 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Fumee Falls Roaring · 2710 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ishpeming (16 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 Ishpeming (67 waterfalls)

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

16.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
11.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
19.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 89 Waterfalls Near Ishpeming

14.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
14.3 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
24.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
49.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
48.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
12.5 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
47.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
47.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
45.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ishpeming

Are there free waterfalls near Ishpeming?

There are 60 free waterfalls near Ishpeming, including Alder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ishpeming?

There are 16 easy waterfall hikes near Ishpeming, including Au Train Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ishpeming?

There are 67 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ishpeming, including Alder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ishpeming?

There are 69 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ishpeming, including Alder Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ishpeming?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ishpeming is Alder Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ishpeming?

The tallest waterfall near Ishpeming is Laughing Whitefish Falls at 100 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ishpeming?

Yes, 35 waterfalls near Ishpeming have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ishpeming?

The closest waterfall to Ishpeming is Ely Falls, approximately 3.3 miles away.