Waterfall Hikes Near Menasha, WI

18,125 residents
Chicago Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Menasha? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Menasha. 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 44.2125°N, -88.4271°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Menasha

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near Menasha have live flow data today

Beartrap Falls Moderate Big Eddy Falls Moderate Freeman Falls Moderate Gilmer Falls Moderate Little Bull Falls Moderate Wayka Falls Moderate Big Smoky Falls Moderate Cato Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 75°F

Aft 76°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 80°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Thu 75°F Sunny Best
Fri 77°F Sunny
Sat 77°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 71°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 71°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Menasha

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cato Falls Moderate · 375 cfs 62nd percentile
  2. 2 Big Smoky Falls Moderate · 266 cfs 58th percentile
  3. 3 Little Falls Moderate · 433 cfs 43rd percentile
  4. 4 Beartrap Falls Moderate · 177 cfs 40th percentile
  5. 5 Big Eddy Falls Moderate · 177 cfs 40th percentile
  6. 6 Freeman Falls Moderate · 177 cfs 40th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Menasha (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

24.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Wayka Falls

5.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Menasha (4 waterfalls)

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

Little Bull Falls

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

Freeman Falls

7.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Menasha

Cato Falls waterfall

Cato Falls

24.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Little Bull Falls

6.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gilmer Falls

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

Little Falls

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

Freeman Falls

7.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wayka Falls

5.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

Big Eddy Falls

48.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Beartrap Falls

6.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Smoky Falls

45.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Menasha

Are there free waterfalls near Menasha?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Menasha, including Cato Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Menasha?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Menasha?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Menasha?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Menasha?

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

Do any waterfalls near Menasha require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Menasha?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Menasha have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Menasha?

The closest waterfall to Menasha is Cato Falls, approximately 28.6 miles away.

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