Waterfall Hikes Near Oshkosh, WI

74,251 residents
Chicago Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Oshkosh is flat lake country on Lake Winnebago, so the waterfalls on this page take some driving. Most of the eight lie north and east, toward the Manitowoc River and the edge of the Northwoods. Cato Falls asks the least, a half-mile walk to a drop on the Manitowoc. Big Eddy Falls on the Wolf River is a half mile as well, and Freeman Falls runs a mile out and back. Nothing here rates harder than easy, and dogs are welcome wherever we have trail data.

Located at 44.0227°N, -88.5619°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oshkosh

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

8 waterfalls near Oshkosh 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 Cato Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 76°F

Sat 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 81°F Sunny
Tue 81°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Oshkosh

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Beartrap Falls Moderate · 118 cfs 61st percentile
  2. 2 Big Eddy Falls Moderate · 118 cfs 61st percentile
  3. 3 Freeman Falls Moderate · 118 cfs 61st percentile
  4. 4 Gilmer Falls Moderate · 118 cfs 61st percentile
  5. 5 Little Bull Falls Moderate · 118 cfs 61st percentile
  6. 6 Wayka Falls Moderate · 118 cfs 61st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oshkosh (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

49.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Wayka Falls

48.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

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

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

Little Bull Falls

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

Freeman Falls

47.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Oshkosh

Cato Falls waterfall

Cato Falls

49.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Little Bull Falls

46.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gilmer Falls

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

Little Falls

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

Freeman Falls

47.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wayka Falls

48.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

Big Eddy Falls

49.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Beartrap Falls

49.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oshkosh

Are there free waterfalls near Oshkosh?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oshkosh?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oshkosh?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oshkosh?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oshkosh?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oshkosh?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Oshkosh have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oshkosh?

The closest waterfall to Oshkosh is Cato Falls, approximately 31.9 miles away.

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