Waterfall Hikes Near Kingsford, MI

5,127 residents
Menominee Time Zone
42 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kingsford? There are 42 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kingsford. 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 45.8061°N, -88.0995°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kingsford

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

42 of 42 gauged

42 waterfalls near Kingsford have live flow data today

Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) Low Fumee Falls Low Little Quinnesec Falls Low Smalley Falls Low Black River Falls Barely Flowing White City Falls Barely Flowing Breakwater Falls Barely Flowing Bull Falls Barely Flowing Daves Falls Barely Flowing Eighteenfoot Falls Barely Flowing Eightfoot Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Twelvefoot Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Dam Falls Low Chandler Falls Barely Flowing Chicagon Falls Low Chipmunk Falls Low Dee Lundeen Falls Barely Flowing Ely Falls Low Ford Dam Falls Barely Flowing Horse Race Rapids Barely Flowing Hydraulic Dam Falls Barely Flowing Long Slide Falls Barely Flowing Piers Gorge Falls Barely Flowing Sand Portage Falls Barely Flowing Sturgeon Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Glidden Rapids Barely Flowing Margeson Falls Barely Flowing Michigamme Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Letherby Falls Barely Flowing Lower Letherby Falls Low Lower Mill Pond Falls Barely Flowing Power Dam Falls Barely Flowing Upper Mill Pond Falls Barely Flowing Pemene Falls Barely Flowing Quiver Falls Barely Flowing Rose Falls (East) Low Rose Falls (West) Low Upper Sturgeon Falls Barely Flowing Tioga Falls Barely Flowing Twin Island Rapids Barely Flowing Strong Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Tod 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 82°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 77°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 72°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 77°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 79°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Kingsford

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Smalley Falls Low · 1000 cfs 20th percentile
  2. 2 Rose Falls (West) Low · 285 cfs 20th percentile
  3. 3 Rose Falls (East) Low · 285 cfs 20th percentile
  4. 4 Little Quinnesec Falls Low · 1000 cfs 20th percentile
  5. 5 Fumee Falls Low · 1000 cfs 20th percentile
  6. 6 Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) Low · 1000 cfs 20th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kingsford (14 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.

Ford Dam Falls

34.1 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Kingsford (26 waterfalls)

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

Hydraulic Dam Falls waterfall

Hydraulic Dam Falls

47 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fumee Falls waterfall

Fumee Falls

28.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 42 Waterfalls Near Kingsford

Lower Letherby Falls

1.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cataract Dam Falls waterfall

Cataract Dam Falls

6.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kingsford

Are there free waterfalls near Kingsford?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Kingsford, including Black River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kingsford?

There are 14 easy waterfall hikes near Kingsford, including Bull Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kingsford?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kingsford, including Black River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kingsford?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kingsford, including Black River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kingsford?

The shortest waterfall hike near Kingsford is Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Kingsford?

The tallest waterfall near Kingsford is Twelvefoot Falls at 12 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Kingsford require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kingsford?

Yes, 21 waterfalls near Kingsford have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kingsford?

The closest waterfall to Kingsford is Ford Dam Falls, approximately 0.9 miles away.

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