Waterfall Hikes Near Minocqua, WI

439 residents
Chicago Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Minocqua? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Minocqua. 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 45.8795°N, -89.7037°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Minocqua

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 30 gauged

19 of 30 waterfalls near Minocqua are flowing strongly today

Abinodji Falls Strong Iagoo Falls Strong Lepisto Falls Strong Minnewawa Falls Strong Nimikon Falls Strong Nokomis Falls Strong Ogima Falls Strong Ogimakwe Falls Strong Ajibikika Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Mex-i-min-e Falls Roaring Rock Bluff Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Deer Creek Falls Barely Flowing Marshall Falls Barely Flowing Rapid River Falls Barely Flowing Yondota Falls Barely Flowing Gabbro Falls Strong Granite Falls Strong Neepikon Falls Strong Peterson Falls Strong Powder Horn Falls Strong Rocky Forty Falls Strong Root Beer Falls Strong Grandfather Falls Barely Flowing Judson Falls Moderate Kakabika Falls Moderate Nelson Canyon Falls Moderate Wolverine Falls Moderate Spring Camp Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 83°F

Wed 83°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 86°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 83°F Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Minocqua

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Ajibikika Falls Roaring · 210 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Rock Bluff Falls Roaring · 210 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Little Falls Roaring · 210 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Mex-i-min-e Falls Roaring · 210 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Root Beer Falls Strong · 39 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 Rocky Forty Falls Strong · 39 cfs 87th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Minocqua (7 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.

Nelson Canyon Falls waterfall

Nelson Canyon Falls

47.6 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Minocqua (25 waterfalls)

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

Yondota Falls waterfall

Yondota Falls

Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Judson Falls waterfall

Judson Falls

48.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

31.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kakabika Falls waterfall

Kakabika Falls

19.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Minocqua

Yondota Falls waterfall

Yondota Falls

Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nelson Canyon Falls waterfall

Nelson Canyon Falls

47.6 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Judson Falls waterfall

Judson Falls

48.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

46.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

31.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kakabika Falls waterfall

Kakabika Falls

19.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rapid River Falls waterfall

Rapid River Falls

42.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Creek Falls waterfall

Deer Creek Falls

42.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Root Beer Falls waterfall

Root Beer Falls

14 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wolverine Falls waterfall

Wolverine Falls

26.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft
Granite Falls waterfall

Granite Falls

7.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Minnewawa Falls waterfall

Minnewawa Falls

19.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ajibikika Falls

41.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Nimikon Falls

43.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Neepikon Falls

10.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gabbro Falls waterfall

Gabbro Falls

11.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spring Camp Falls waterfall

Spring Camp Falls

45.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Bluff Falls waterfall

Rock Bluff Falls

32.3 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Nokomis Falls waterfall

Nokomis Falls

47.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ogima Falls waterfall

Ogima Falls

48.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Minocqua

Are there free waterfalls near Minocqua?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Minocqua, including Abinodji Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Minocqua?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Minocqua, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Minocqua?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Minocqua, including Abinodji Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Minocqua?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Minocqua, including Abinodji Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Minocqua?

The shortest waterfall hike near Minocqua is Abinodji Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Minocqua?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Minocqua have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Minocqua?

The closest waterfall to Minocqua is Yondota Falls, approximately 27.7 miles away.

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