Waterfall Hikes Near Quinnesec, MI

1,262 residents
Menominee Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Quinnesec? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Quinnesec. 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 45.8030°N, -87.9958°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Quinnesec

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

43 of 43 gauged

43 waterfalls near Quinnesec have live flow data today

Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) Low Fumee Falls Low Little Quinnesec Falls Low Smalley Falls Low Black River Falls Barely Flowing White City Falls Barely Flowing Breakwater Falls Barely Flowing Bull Falls Barely Flowing Daves Falls Barely Flowing Eighteenfoot Falls Barely Flowing Eightfoot Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Twelvefoot Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Dam Falls Low Chandler Falls Barely Flowing Chicagon Falls Low Chipmunk Falls Low Dee Lundeen Falls Barely Flowing Ely Falls Low Schweitzer Falls Low Warner Falls Low Tiger Falls Low Ford Dam Falls Barely Flowing Horse Race Rapids Barely Flowing Hydraulic Dam Falls Barely Flowing Long Slide Falls Barely Flowing Piers Gorge Falls Barely Flowing Sand Portage Falls Barely Flowing Sturgeon Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Glidden Rapids Barely Flowing Margeson Falls Barely Flowing Michigamme Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Lower Mill Pond Falls Barely Flowing Power Dam Falls Barely Flowing Upper Mill Pond Falls Barely Flowing Pemene Falls Barely Flowing Quiver Falls Barely Flowing Rose Falls (East) Low Rose Falls (West) Low Yellow Dog Falls Low West Branch Yellow Dog Falls Low Twin Island Rapids Barely Flowing Strong Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Tod 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 77°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 72°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 77°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 79°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Quinnesec

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rose Falls (West) Low · 293 cfs 23rd percentile
  2. 2 Rose Falls (East) Low · 293 cfs 23rd percentile
  3. 3 Smalley Falls Low · 996 cfs 17th percentile
  4. 4 Little Quinnesec Falls Low · 996 cfs 17th percentile
  5. 5 Fumee Falls Low · 996 cfs 17th percentile
  6. 6 Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) Low · 996 cfs 17th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Quinnesec (14 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 Quinnesec (28 waterfalls)

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

Fumee Falls waterfall

Fumee Falls

28.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hydraulic Dam Falls waterfall

Hydraulic Dam Falls

47 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Quinnesec

Fumee Falls waterfall

Fumee Falls

28.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Quinnesec Falls waterfall

Little Quinnesec Falls

48.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hydraulic Dam Falls waterfall

Hydraulic Dam Falls

47 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) waterfall

Big Quinnesec Falls (historical)

46.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sand Portage Falls

Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Horse Race Rapids

45.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Piers Gorge Falls waterfall

Piers Gorge Falls

49.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ford Dam Falls

34.1 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Smalley Falls waterfall

Smalley Falls

46.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Long Slide Falls waterfall

Long Slide Falls

41.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sturgeon Falls (historical)

44.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Power Dam Falls waterfall

Power Dam Falls

31.4 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

Breakwater Falls

27.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Quiver Falls

39.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

Upper Mill Pond Falls

0.3 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Lower Mill Pond Falls

0.3 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Daves Falls waterfall

Daves Falls

20.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Bull Falls waterfall

Bull Falls

46.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

Eighteenfoot Falls

45.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twelvefoot Falls waterfall

Twelvefoot Falls

45.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Quinnesec

Are there free waterfalls near Quinnesec?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Quinnesec, including Black River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Quinnesec?

There are 14 easy waterfall hikes near Quinnesec, including Bull Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Quinnesec?

There are 28 dog-friendly waterfalls near Quinnesec, including Black River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Quinnesec?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Quinnesec, including Black River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Quinnesec?

The shortest waterfall hike near Quinnesec is Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Quinnesec?

The tallest waterfall near Quinnesec is Twelvefoot Falls at 12 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Quinnesec require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Quinnesec requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Quinnesec?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Quinnesec have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Quinnesec?

The closest waterfall to Quinnesec is Fumee Falls, approximately 0.9 miles away.

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