Waterfall Hikes Near Laona, WI

547 residents
Chicago Time Zone
37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Laona? There are 37 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Laona. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.5597°N, -88.6697°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Laona

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 37 gauged

37 of 37 waterfalls near Laona 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) Roaring Fumee Falls Roaring Little Quinnesec Falls Roaring Smalley Falls Roaring Big Smoky Falls Roaring Ducknest Falls Roaring Evergreen Falls Roaring Sullivan Falls Roaring Breakwater Falls Roaring Bull Falls Roaring Daves Falls Roaring Eighteenfoot Falls Roaring Eightfoot Falls Roaring Horseshoe Falls Roaring Twelvefoot Falls Roaring Chicagon Falls Roaring Chipmunk Falls Roaring Ford Dam Falls Roaring Horse Race Rapids Roaring Long Slide Falls Roaring Piers Gorge Falls Roaring Sand Portage Falls Roaring Sturgeon Falls (historical) Roaring Glidden Rapids Roaring Michigamme Falls (historical) Roaring Pemene Falls Roaring Power Dam Falls Roaring Quiver Falls Roaring Strong Falls Roaring

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 45°F

Tod 61°F Rain Showers
Thu 46°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 41°F Partly Sunny
Sat 45°F Sunny Best
Sun 50°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 54°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 51°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Laona

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Horseshoe Falls Roaring ยท 162 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Little Bull Falls Roaring ยท 227 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Gilmer Falls Roaring ยท 227 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Peavey Falls Roaring ยท 227 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Freeman Falls Roaring ยท 227 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Pemene Falls Roaring ยท 1900 cfs 100th percentile

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Laona hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Laona

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Laona (25 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.

Strong Falls waterfall

Strong Falls

16 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

23.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Eightfoot Falls in Wisconsin, about 48 feet of drop LiDAR

Eightfoot Falls

23.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Twelvefoot Falls waterfall

Twelvefoot Falls

23.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Eighteenfoot Falls in Wisconsin, about 32 feet of drop LiDAR

Eighteenfoot Falls

24.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Evergreen Falls in Wisconsin, about 31 feet of drop LiDAR

Evergreen Falls

25 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown

All 37 Waterfalls Near Laona

Strong Falls waterfall

Strong Falls

16 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

23.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Eightfoot Falls in Wisconsin, about 48 feet of drop LiDAR

Eightfoot Falls

23.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Twelvefoot Falls waterfall

Twelvefoot Falls

23.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Eighteenfoot Falls in Wisconsin, about 32 feet of drop LiDAR

Eighteenfoot Falls

24.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Evergreen Falls in Wisconsin, about 31 feet of drop LiDAR

Evergreen Falls

25 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown
Bull Falls waterfall

Bull Falls

25 miles away
Wisconsin
Hard
1.2 miles Unknown
Sullivan Falls waterfall

Sullivan Falls

25.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Ducknest Falls in Wisconsin, about 19 feet of drop LiDAR

Ducknest Falls

25.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Big Smoky Falls in Wisconsin, about 29 feet of drop LiDAR

Big Smoky Falls

27.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Big Eddy Falls in Wisconsin, about 20 feet of drop LiDAR

Big Eddy Falls

30.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Beartrap Falls in Wisconsin, about 25 feet of drop LiDAR

Beartrap Falls

30.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Breakwater Falls in Wisconsin, about 74 feet of drop LiDAR

Breakwater Falls

30.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Wayka Falls in Wisconsin, about 15 feet of drop LiDAR

Wayka Falls

31.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Daves Falls waterfall

Daves Falls

31.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Peavey Falls in Wisconsin, about 27 feet of drop LiDAR

Peavey Falls

33.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

33.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Ford Dam Falls in Michigan, about 60 feet of drop LiDAR

Ford Dam Falls

35.3 miles away
Michigan
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Horse Race Rapids in Michigan, about 62 feet of drop LiDAR

Horse Race Rapids

36.7 miles away
Michigan
Easy
Unknown Unknown
Chicagon Falls waterfall

Chicagon Falls

37.2 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Laona

Are there free waterfalls near Laona?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Laona, including Big Eddy Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Laona?

There are 25 easy waterfall hikes near Laona, including Chicagon Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Laona?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Laona, including Chicagon Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Laona?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Laona?

The shortest waterfall hike near Laona is Bull Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Laona?

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

Do any waterfalls near Laona require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Laona?

Yes, 26 waterfalls near Laona have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Laona?

The closest waterfall to Laona is Strong Falls, approximately 16 miles away.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Laona With Waterfalls

Wausau, WI
71,236 residents
Appleton, WI
233,947 residents
Escanaba, MI
12,403 residents
Green Bay, WI
225,633 residents
Stevens Point, WI
25,549 residents
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
18,783 residents

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

โ† โ†’ walk ยท Esc to stop