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 Barely Flowing Yondota Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Partly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 80°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 79°F Partly Sunny
Tue 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Thu 72°F Partly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Rhinelander

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Ajibikika Falls Roaring · 105 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Mex-i-min-e Falls Roaring · 105 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Rock Bluff Falls Roaring · 105 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Grandfather Falls Strong · 81 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Judson Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Kakabika Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rhinelander (3 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.

Wolverine Falls waterfall

Wolverine Falls

16.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft
Nelson Canyon Falls waterfall

Nelson Canyon Falls

0.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

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

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

Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

48.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kakabika Falls waterfall

Kakabika Falls

12.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ajibikika Falls

28 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Judson Falls waterfall

Judson Falls

17.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Rhinelander

Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

48.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kakabika Falls waterfall

Kakabika Falls

12.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wolverine Falls waterfall

Wolverine Falls

16.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

Ajibikika Falls

28 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Judson Falls waterfall

Judson Falls

17.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nelson Canyon Falls waterfall

Nelson Canyon Falls

0.9 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

1.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Bluff Falls waterfall

Rock Bluff Falls

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

Mex-i-min-e Falls

47.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Yondota Falls waterfall

Yondota Falls

7.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

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 3 easy waterfall hikes near Rhinelander, including Nelson Canyon 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 0.6 miles round trip.

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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