Waterfall Hikes Near Lakewood, WI

278 residents
Chicago Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lakewood? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lakewood. 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 45.3006°N, -88.5145°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lakewood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 35 gauged

21 of 35 waterfalls near Lakewood are flowing strongly today

Beartrap Falls Roaring Big Eddy Falls Roaring Freeman Falls Roaring Gilmer Falls Roaring Little Bull Falls Roaring Peavey Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Wayka Falls Roaring Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) Moderate Fumee Falls Moderate Little Quinnesec Falls Moderate Smalley Falls Moderate Big Smoky Falls Roaring Ducknest Falls Roaring Evergreen Falls Roaring Sullivan Falls Roaring Breakwater Falls Moderate Bull Falls Moderate Daves Falls Moderate Eighteenfoot Falls Moderate Eightfoot Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Twelvefoot Falls Moderate Chicagon Falls Strong Ford Dam Falls Strong Horse Race Rapids Strong Hydraulic Dam Falls Strong Long Slide Falls Strong Piers Gorge Falls Strong Sand Portage Falls Strong Sturgeon Falls (historical) Strong Pemene Falls Moderate Quiver Falls Moderate Twin Island Rapids Moderate Strong Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 74°F Cloudy
Sat 76°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 77°F Sunny
Lab 76°F Partly Sunny
Tue 76°F Rain Showers Likely
Wed 80°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Thu 71°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Lakewood

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Beartrap Falls Roaring · 314 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Big Eddy Falls Roaring · 314 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Big Smoky Falls Roaring · 309 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Peavey Falls Roaring · 314 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Little Bull Falls Roaring · 314 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Sullivan Falls Roaring · 309 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lakewood (12 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.

Sullivan Falls waterfall

Sullivan Falls

45.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

Ducknest Falls

45.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lakewood (21 waterfalls)

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

Strong Falls waterfall

Strong Falls

16 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Eddy Falls

48.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Lakewood

Breakwater Falls

30.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ford Dam Falls

35.3 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Horse Race Rapids

10.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chicagon Falls waterfall

Chicagon Falls

37.2 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft
Smalley Falls waterfall

Smalley Falls

43 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Long Slide Falls waterfall

Long Slide Falls

11 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) waterfall

Big Quinnesec Falls (historical)

1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hydraulic Dam Falls waterfall

Hydraulic Dam Falls

1.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Quinnesec Falls waterfall

Little Quinnesec Falls

3.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pemene Falls waterfall

Pemene Falls

15.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sand Portage Falls

3.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Piers Gorge Falls waterfall

Piers Gorge Falls

45.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Quiver Falls

5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Fumee Falls waterfall

Fumee Falls

4.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sturgeon Falls (historical)

41.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lakewood

Are there free waterfalls near Lakewood?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Lakewood, including Bull Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lakewood?

There are 12 easy waterfall hikes near Lakewood, including Bull Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lakewood?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lakewood, including Big Eddy Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lakewood?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lakewood, including Big Eddy Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lakewood?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lakewood is Beartrap Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lakewood?

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

Do any waterfalls near Lakewood require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Lakewood require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lakewood?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Lakewood have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lakewood?

The closest waterfall to Lakewood is Strong Falls, approximately 18 miles away.

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