Waterfall Hikes Near Rhinelander, WI

8,236 residents
Chicago Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Grandfather Falls stretches along the Wisconsin River southwest of Rhinelander, 2 miles of walking with dogs welcome. The rest of the list leans north toward the Michigan line. Kakabika Falls takes half a mile. Ajibikika and Judson Falls each run about a mile. Wolverine and Marshall Falls appear without trail data, left for the explorers. Ten falls land in the radius, and every measured one rates easy, so the walking stays gentle here.

Located at 45.6358°N, -89.4261°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rhinelander

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

4 of 10 waterfalls near Rhinelander are flowing strongly today

Ajibikika Falls Roaring Mex-i-min-e Falls Roaring Rock Bluff Falls Roaring Grandfather Falls Strong Judson Falls Barely Flowing Kakabika Falls Barely Flowing Nelson Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Wolverine Falls Barely Flowing Marshall Falls Low Yondota Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Fri 47°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Sat 56°F Sunny
Sun 63°F Sunny
Mon 64°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 67°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wed 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 68°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Rhinelander

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Ajibikika Falls Roaring · 117 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Grandfather Falls Roaring · 101 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Mex-i-min-e Falls Roaring · 117 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Rock Bluff Falls Roaring · 117 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Marshall Falls Moderate · 37 cfs 51st percentile
  6. 6 Yondota Falls Moderate · 37 cfs 51st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rhinelander (7 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.

Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

31.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
2.0 miles Unknown
Kakabika Falls waterfall

Kakabika Falls

35.4 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Wolverine Falls waterfall

Wolverine Falls

40.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft
Aerial view around Ajibikika Falls in Michigan Aerial

Ajibikika Falls

41.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rhinelander (8 waterfalls)

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

Judson Falls waterfall

Judson Falls

42.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.0 miles Unknown
Nelson Canyon Falls waterfall

Nelson Canyon Falls

43.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.0 miles Unknown

All 10 Waterfalls Near Rhinelander

Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

31.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
2.0 miles Unknown
Kakabika Falls waterfall

Kakabika Falls

35.4 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Wolverine Falls waterfall

Wolverine Falls

40.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft
Aerial view around Ajibikika Falls in Michigan Aerial

Ajibikika Falls

41.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown
Judson Falls waterfall

Judson Falls

42.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.0 miles Unknown
Nelson Canyon Falls waterfall

Nelson Canyon Falls

43.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.0 miles Unknown
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

44.4 miles away
Michigan
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Rock Bluff Falls waterfall

Rock Bluff Falls

46.3 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Mex-i-min-e Falls waterfall

Mex-i-min-e Falls

48.8 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.2 miles Unknown
Yondota Falls waterfall

Yondota Falls

49.7 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rhinelander

Are there free waterfalls near Rhinelander?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Rhinelander, including Grandfather Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rhinelander?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Rhinelander, including Ajibikika Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rhinelander?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rhinelander, including Ajibikika Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rhinelander?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rhinelander, including Ajibikika Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rhinelander?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rhinelander is Ajibikika Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Rhinelander?

The tallest waterfall near Rhinelander is Judson Falls at 10 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rhinelander?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Rhinelander have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rhinelander?

The closest waterfall to Rhinelander is Grandfather Falls, approximately 31.6 miles away.

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