Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Wissota, WI

3,001 residents
Chicago Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Living at Lake Wissota puts the water right outside the window, and the falls nearby keep the same unhurried pace. Big Falls on the Eau Claire River asks a half mile of walking and ends at a swimming hole where the dog can paddle. Hamilton Falls takes a mile. So does Pipestone Falls. Bellile Falls and one more unmeasured entry round out the five inside the radius. Summer planning mostly comes down to picking a swim day.

Located at 44.9220°N, -91.3013°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Wissota

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 5 gauged

4 waterfalls near Lake Wissota have live flow data today

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 86°F

Aft 86°F Sunny Best
Thu 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 83°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 81°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Mon 81°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lake Wissota

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Strong · 1280 cfs 75th percentile
  2. 2 Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja Moderate · 78 cfs 55th percentile
  3. 3 Bellile Falls Moderate · 200 cfs 33rd percentile
  4. 4 Pipestone Falls Moderate · 200 cfs 33rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Wissota (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.

35.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Wissota (2 waterfalls)

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

38.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
29.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Lake Wissota

38.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
29.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
42.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
36.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
35.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Wissota

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Wissota?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Lake Wissota, including Big Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Wissota?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Lake Wissota, including Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Wissota?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Wissota, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Wissota?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Wissota, including Big Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Wissota?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Lake Wissota, including Big Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Wissota?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Wissota is Bellile Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Wissota?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Lake Wissota have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Wissota?

The closest waterfall to Lake Wissota is Big Falls, approximately 5.2 miles away.

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