Waterfall Hikes Near Little Chute, WI

11,798 residents
Chicago Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Little Chute? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Little Chute. 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 44.2906°N, -88.3208°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Little Chute

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near Little Chute have live flow data today

Beartrap Falls Barely Flowing Big Eddy Falls Barely Flowing Freeman Falls Barely Flowing Gilmer Falls Barely Flowing Little Bull Falls Barely Flowing Wayka Falls Barely Flowing Big Smoky Falls Barely Flowing Cato Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 95°F

Mon 94°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Tue 95°F Sunny Best
Wed 94°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 93°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 92°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Ind 91°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Little Chute

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Smoky Falls Barely Flowing · 305 cfs 4th percentile
  2. 2 Cato Falls Barely Flowing · 56 cfs 3rd percentile
  3. 3 Beartrap Falls Barely Flowing · 131 cfs 1st percentile
  4. 4 Big Eddy Falls Barely Flowing · 131 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Freeman Falls Barely Flowing · 131 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Gilmer Falls Barely Flowing · 131 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Little Chute (2 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.

Cato Falls waterfall

Cato Falls

Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Wayka Falls

25.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Little Chute (4 waterfalls)

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

Little Bull Falls

18.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Freeman Falls waterfall

Freeman Falls

18.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Little Chute

Cato Falls waterfall

Cato Falls

Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Little Bull Falls

18.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gilmer Falls

18.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

8.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Freeman Falls waterfall

Freeman Falls

18.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wayka Falls

25.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

Big Eddy Falls

28.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Beartrap Falls

25.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Smoky Falls

30.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Little Chute

Are there free waterfalls near Little Chute?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Little Chute, including Cato Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Little Chute?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Little Chute, including Cato Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Little Chute?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Little Chute, including Big Eddy Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Little Chute?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Little Chute, including Big Eddy Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Little Chute?

The shortest waterfall hike near Little Chute is Beartrap Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Little Chute require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Little Chute?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Little Chute have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Little Chute?

The closest waterfall to Little Chute is Cato Falls, approximately 27.9 miles away.

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