Waterfall Hikes Near Oconto, WI

4,586 residents
Chicago Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oconto? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oconto. 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 44.8923°N, -87.8715°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oconto

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 23 gauged

23 waterfalls near Oconto have live flow data today

Beartrap Falls Low Big Eddy Falls Low Freeman Falls Low Gilmer Falls Low Little Bull Falls Low Peavey Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Wayka Falls Low Big Smoky Falls Barely Flowing Ducknest Falls Barely Flowing Evergreen Falls Barely Flowing Sullivan Falls Barely Flowing Bull Falls Moderate Daves Falls Moderate Eighteenfoot Falls Moderate Eightfoot Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Twelvefoot Falls Moderate Cato Falls Barely Flowing Long Slide Falls Moderate Pemene Falls Moderate Quiver Falls Moderate Twin Island Rapids Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 84°F

Wed 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 91°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 84°F Sunny Best
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Oconto

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Twelvefoot Falls Moderate ยท 192 cfs 67th percentile
  2. 2 Bull Falls Moderate ยท 192 cfs 67th percentile
  3. 3 Daves Falls Moderate ยท 192 cfs 67th percentile
  4. 4 Eighteenfoot Falls Moderate ยท 192 cfs 67th percentile
  5. 5 Eightfoot Falls Moderate ยท 192 cfs 67th percentile
  6. 6 Horseshoe Falls Moderate ยท 192 cfs 67th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oconto (10 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.

Daves Falls waterfall

Daves Falls

42.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Wayka Falls

25.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oconto (16 waterfalls)

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

Twin Island Rapids

9.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Eddy Falls

28.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pemene Falls waterfall

Pemene Falls

13.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 23 Waterfalls Near Oconto

Twin Island Rapids

9.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Daves Falls waterfall

Daves Falls

42.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 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
Pemene Falls waterfall

Pemene Falls

13.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Big Smoky Falls

30.8 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

Quiver Falls

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

Cato Falls

Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Ducknest Falls

31.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Sullivan Falls waterfall

Sullivan Falls

31.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft
Long Slide Falls waterfall

Long Slide Falls

45.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Peavey Falls

22.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

Evergreen Falls

31 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

22.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

32.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Eightfoot Falls

34.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oconto

Are there free waterfalls near Oconto?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Oconto, including Bull Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oconto?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Oconto, including Bull Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oconto?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oconto, including Big Eddy Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oconto?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oconto, including Big Eddy Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oconto?

The shortest waterfall hike near Oconto is Beartrap Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Oconto?

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

Do any waterfalls near Oconto require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Oconto require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oconto?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Oconto have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oconto?

The closest waterfall to Oconto is Twin Island Rapids, approximately 23 miles away.

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