Waterfall Hikes Near Lewis, WI

157 residents
Chicago Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lewis? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lewis. 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 45.7159°N, -92.3965°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lewis

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 3 gauged

2 waterfalls near Lewis have live flow data today

Apple River Falls Moderate Big Spring Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Aft 90°F Sunny
Wed 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Ind 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lewis

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Apple River Falls Moderate · 434 cfs 29th percentile
  2. 2 Big Spring Falls Low · 224 cfs 19th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lewis (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.

Apple River Falls waterfall

Apple River Falls

48.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lewis (2 waterfalls)

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

Big Spring Falls waterfall

Big Spring Falls

31.6 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wolf Creek Falls waterfall

Wolf Creek Falls

30.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Lewis

Big Spring Falls waterfall

Big Spring Falls

31.6 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Apple River Falls waterfall

Apple River Falls

48.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Wolf Creek Falls waterfall

Wolf Creek Falls

30.1 miles away
Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lewis

Are there free waterfalls near Lewis?

There is 1 free waterfall near Lewis, including Apple River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lewis?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Lewis, including Apple River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lewis?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lewis, including Big Spring Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lewis?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lewis, including Big Spring Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lewis?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lewis is Apple River Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Lewis require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Lewis?

The closest waterfall to Lewis is Big Spring Falls, approximately 39 miles away.

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