Waterfall Hikes Near Painesdale, MI

330 residents
Detroit Time Zone
68 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Painesdale? There are 68 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Painesdale. 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 47.0435°N, -88.6715°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Painesdale

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

62 of 68 gauged

5 of 62 waterfalls near Painesdale are flowing strongly today

Agate Falls Roaring Dumpy Falls Roaring Jumbo Falls Roaring Middle East Jumbo River Falls Roaring Upper East Tumbo River Falls Roaring Big Erick's Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate East Branch Falls Moderate Ectasy Falls Moderate Forty Foot Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Lower Letherby Falls Moderate Yellow Dog Falls Moderate West Branch Yellow Dog Falls Moderate West Branch Falls Moderate Turkey Neck Falls Moderate Black Slate Falls Moderate Gomanche Falls Moderate Letherby Falls Moderate Middle Silver River Falls Moderate Quartzite Falls Moderate Ravine River Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Slate River Falls Moderate Slide Falls Moderate Bonanza Falls Barely Flowing Canyon Falls Moderate Lower Canyon Falls Moderate Ogemaw Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Tibbets Falls Moderate Chipmunk Falls Moderate Copper Falls Moderate Houghton Falls Moderate Hungarian Falls Moderate Daults Falls Moderate Harley Falls Moderate Middle Falls River Falls Moderate No Name Falls Moderate Plumbago Falls Moderate Power Dam Falls Moderate Power House Falls Moderate Upper Sturgeon Falls Moderate Upper Silver River Falls Moderate Upper Silver Falls Moderate Tioga Falls Moderate Eighty Foot Falls Moderate Hogback Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Gleason Creek Falls Low Irish Rapid Falls Low O Kun de Kun Falls Low Onion Falls Low Sandstone Falls Low Hogger Falls Low Otter Falls Low Wyandotte Falls Low West Branch Sturgeon Falls Low Vista Falls Low Sturgeon Falls Low

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 84°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 79°F Chance Rain Showers
Ind 77°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Painesdale

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Agate Falls Roaring · 207 cfs 92nd percentile
  2. 2 Middle East Jumbo River Falls Roaring · 207 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 Upper East Tumbo River Falls Roaring · 207 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Dumpy Falls Roaring · 207 cfs 92nd percentile
  5. 5 Jumbo Falls Roaring · 207 cfs 92nd percentile
  6. 6 Copper Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 74th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Painesdale (9 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 Painesdale (58 waterfalls)

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

Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

42.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hungarian Falls waterfall

Hungarian Falls

25.9 miles away
In Isle Royale National Park
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wyandotte Falls

32.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Houghton Falls waterfall

Houghton Falls

23.5 miles away
In Isle Royale National Park
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sturgeon Falls waterfall

Sturgeon Falls

42.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
West Branch Sturgeon Falls waterfall

West Branch Sturgeon Falls

39.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 68 Waterfalls Near Painesdale

Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

42.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hungarian Falls waterfall

Hungarian Falls

25.9 miles away
In Isle Royale National Park
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wyandotte Falls

32.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Houghton Falls waterfall

Houghton Falls

23.5 miles away
In Isle Royale National Park
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sturgeon Falls waterfall

Sturgeon Falls

42.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
West Branch Sturgeon Falls waterfall

West Branch Sturgeon Falls

39.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hogger Falls waterfall

Hogger Falls

40.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

18 miles away
In Isle Royale National Park
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls River Falls waterfall

Middle Falls River Falls

24.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

17.9 miles away
In Isle Royale National Park
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Power House Falls waterfall

Power House Falls

14.3 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Power Dam Falls waterfall

Power Dam Falls

14.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vista Falls waterfall

Vista Falls

14.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ogemaw Falls

29.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tibbets Falls

29.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

25.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Daults Falls

13.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gomanche Falls

18.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Middle Silver River Falls waterfall

Middle Silver River Falls

19 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

31.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Painesdale

Are there free waterfalls near Painesdale?

There are 49 free waterfalls near Painesdale, including Agate Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Painesdale?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Painesdale, including Agate Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Painesdale?

There are 58 dog-friendly waterfalls near Painesdale, including Agate Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Painesdale?

There are 60 kid-friendly waterfalls near Painesdale, including Agate Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Painesdale?

The shortest waterfall hike near Painesdale is Agate Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Painesdale?

The tallest waterfall near Painesdale is Eighty Foot Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Painesdale?

Yes, 37 waterfalls near Painesdale have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Painesdale?

The closest waterfall to Painesdale is Otter Falls, approximately 14.8 miles away.

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