Waterfall Hikes Near Niagara, WI

1,423 residents
Menominee Time Zone
41 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Niagara? There are 41 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Niagara. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.7801°N, -87.9991°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Niagara

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

41 of 41 gauged

13 of 41 waterfalls near Niagara are flowing strongly today

Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) Moderate Fumee Falls Moderate Little Quinnesec Falls Moderate Smalley Falls Moderate Black River Falls Roaring White City Falls Roaring Breakwater Falls Moderate Bull Falls Moderate Daves Falls Moderate Eighteenfoot Falls Moderate Eightfoot Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Twelvefoot Falls Moderate Cataract Dam Falls Low Chandler Falls Strong Chicagon Falls Moderate Chipmunk Falls Moderate Dee Lundeen Falls Roaring Ely Falls Strong Schweitzer Falls Strong Warner Falls Strong Tiger Falls Strong Ford Dam Falls Moderate Horse Race Rapids Moderate Hydraulic Dam Falls Moderate Long Slide Falls Moderate Piers Gorge Falls Moderate Sand Portage Falls Moderate Sturgeon Falls (historical) Moderate Glidden Rapids Moderate Margeson Falls Moderate Michigamme Falls (historical) Moderate Lower Mill Pond Falls Roaring Power Dam Falls Roaring Upper Mill Pond Falls Roaring Pemene Falls Moderate Quiver Falls Moderate Rose Falls (East) Strong Rose Falls (West) Strong Twin Island Rapids Moderate Strong Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Tue 94°F Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 90°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 90°F Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 86°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Niagara

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Dee Lundeen Falls Roaring · 49 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Black River Falls Roaring · 17 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 White City Falls Roaring · 17 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Power Dam Falls Roaring · 425 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Lower Mill Pond Falls Roaring · 425 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Upper Mill Pond Falls Roaring · 425 cfs 97th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Niagara (14 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Niagara (26 waterfalls)

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

Hydraulic Dam Falls waterfall

Hydraulic Dam Falls

45.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fumee Falls waterfall

Fumee Falls

49.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 41 Waterfalls Near Niagara

Little Quinnesec Falls waterfall

Little Quinnesec Falls

47.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) waterfall

Big Quinnesec Falls (historical)

45.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hydraulic Dam Falls waterfall

Hydraulic Dam Falls

45.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fumee Falls waterfall

Fumee Falls

49.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sand Portage Falls

47.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Horse Race Rapids

44.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Piers Gorge Falls waterfall

Piers Gorge Falls

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

Smalley Falls

45.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft

Ford Dam Falls

43.5 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Long Slide Falls waterfall

Long Slide Falls

45.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sturgeon Falls (historical)

24.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Power Dam Falls waterfall

Power Dam Falls

23.6 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

Breakwater Falls

15.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Quiver Falls

18.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Bull Falls waterfall

Bull Falls

34.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Daves Falls waterfall

Daves Falls

42.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Eighteenfoot Falls

34.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twelvefoot Falls waterfall

Twelvefoot Falls

34.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Eightfoot Falls

34.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Upper Mill Pond Falls

30.1 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Niagara

Are there free waterfalls near Niagara?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Niagara, including Black River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Niagara?

There are 14 easy waterfall hikes near Niagara, including Bull Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Niagara?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Niagara, including Black River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Niagara?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Niagara, including Black River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Niagara?

The shortest waterfall hike near Niagara is Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Niagara?

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

Do any waterfalls near Niagara require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Niagara?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Niagara have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Niagara?

The closest waterfall to Niagara is Little Quinnesec Falls, approximately 0.7 miles away.

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