Waterfall Hikes Near Kettle River, MN

117 residents
Chicago Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kettle River? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kettle 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 46.4862°N, -92.8776°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kettle River

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 5 gauged

4 waterfalls near Kettle River have live flow data today

Amnicon Falls Barely Flowing Big Manitou Falls Barely Flowing Little Manitou Falls Barely Flowing Big Spring Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Partly Sunny · 74°F

Thu 72°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Fri 74°F Partly Sunny Best
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 87°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Kettle River

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Spring Falls Barely Flowing · 241 cfs 1st percentile
  2. 2 Amnicon Falls Barely Flowing · 131 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Big Manitou Falls Barely Flowing · 131 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Little Manitou Falls Barely Flowing · 131 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kettle River (1 waterfall)

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

43 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Kettle River (5 waterfalls)

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

Wolf Creek Falls waterfall

Wolf Creek Falls

30.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Spring Falls waterfall

Big Spring Falls

31.6 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Manitou Falls waterfall

Little Manitou Falls

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

Amnicon Falls

29.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Kettle River

Wolf Creek Falls waterfall

Wolf Creek Falls

30.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Spring Falls waterfall

Big Spring Falls

31.6 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Manitou Falls waterfall

Little Manitou Falls

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

Big Manitou Falls

43 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Amnicon Falls waterfall

Amnicon Falls

29.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kettle River

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kettle River?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Kettle River, including Big Manitou Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kettle River?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kettle River, including Amnicon Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kettle River?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kettle River, including Amnicon Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kettle River?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Kettle River?

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

Do any waterfalls near Kettle River require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Kettle River?

The closest waterfall to Kettle River is Wolf Creek Falls, approximately 17.3 miles away.

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