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 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Bonanza Falls Moderate · 40 cfs 55th percentile
  2. 2 Hungarian Falls Low · 12 cfs 17th percentile
  3. 3 Houghton Falls Low · 12 cfs 17th percentile
  4. 4 Copper Falls Low · 12 cfs 17th percentile
  5. 5 Middle Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 7th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 7th 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

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

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

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

Silver River Falls

26.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gleason Creek Falls waterfall CC

Gleason Creek Falls

1.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hogback Falls

2.5 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Yellow Dog Falls waterfall

Yellow Dog Falls

16.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

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

Lower Falls

3.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bonanza Falls waterfall

Bonanza Falls

20.3 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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