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

62 waterfalls near Painesdale have live flow data today

Agate Falls Barely Flowing Dumpy Falls Barely Flowing Jumbo Falls Barely Flowing Middle East Jumbo River Falls Barely Flowing Upper East Tumbo River Falls Barely Flowing Black Slate Falls Barely Flowing Gomanche Falls Barely Flowing Letherby Falls Barely Flowing Middle Silver River Falls Barely Flowing Quartzite Falls Barely Flowing Ravine River Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Slate River Falls Barely Flowing Slide Falls Barely Flowing Bonanza Falls Moderate Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Lower Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Ogemaw Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Tibbets Falls Barely Flowing Copper Falls Low Houghton Falls Low Hungarian Falls Low Eighty Foot Falls Barely Flowing Hogback Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Gleason Creek Falls Barely Flowing Irish Rapid Falls Barely Flowing O Kun de Kun Falls Barely Flowing Onion Falls Barely Flowing Sandstone Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 73°F

Sat 76°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Mon 77°F Sunny
Tue 75°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 70°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 73°F Sunny Best
Fri 76°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Painesdale

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bonanza Falls Moderate · 40 cfs 55th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 30th percentile
  3. 3 Turkey Neck Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 30th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Letherby Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 30th percentile
  5. 5 Forty Foot Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 30th percentile
  6. 6 Ectasy Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 30th percentile

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Painesdale hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Painesdale

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🚗 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

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

Hungarian Falls

In Isle Royale National Park
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wyandotte Falls

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

Houghton Falls

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

Sturgeon Falls

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

West Branch Sturgeon Falls

21.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 68 Waterfalls Near Painesdale

Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

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

Hungarian Falls

In Isle Royale National Park
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wyandotte Falls

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

Houghton Falls

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

Sturgeon Falls

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

West Branch Sturgeon Falls

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

Hogger Falls

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

Lower Falls

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

Middle Falls River Falls

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

Upper Falls

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

Power House Falls

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

Power Dam Falls

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

Vista Falls

12.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ogemaw Falls

24.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tibbets Falls

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

Silver Falls

27.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Daults Falls

2.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gomanche Falls

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

Middle Silver River Falls

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

Upper Falls

25.1 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.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Painesdale With Waterfalls

Marquette, MI
20,673 residents
Escanaba, MI
12,403 residents

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

← → walk · Esc to stop