Waterfall Hikes Near Park Ridge, WI

479 residents
Chicago Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Park Ridge? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Park Ridge. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 44.5200°N, -89.5463°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Park Ridge

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Park Ridge have live flow data today

Grandfather Falls Barely Flowing Little Bull Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 84°F

Wed 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 89°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 84°F Sunny Best
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Park Ridge

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Falls Barely Flowing · 263 cfs 9th percentile
  2. 2 Grandfather Falls Barely Flowing · 124 cfs 2nd percentile
  3. 3 Little Bull Falls Barely Flowing · 49 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Park Ridge (1 waterfall)

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

Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

31.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Park Ridge

Little Bull Falls

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

Little Falls

8.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

31.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Park Ridge

Are there free waterfalls near Park Ridge?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Park Ridge, including Grandfather Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Park Ridge?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Park Ridge, including Grandfather Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Park Ridge?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Park Ridge, including Grandfather Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Park Ridge?

The shortest waterfall hike near Park Ridge is Grandfather Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to Park Ridge?

The closest waterfall to Park Ridge is Little Bull Falls, approximately 27.1 miles away.

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