Waterfall Hikes Near Rice Lake, MN

4,120 residents
Chicago Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rice Lake? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rice Lake. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 46.8977°N, -92.1137°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rice Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 5 gauged

4 waterfalls near Rice Lake have live flow data today

Amnicon Falls Moderate Big Manitou Falls Moderate Little Manitou Falls Moderate Shale Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Aft 70°F Mostly Cloudy
Sat 72°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 75°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 73°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 73°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 70°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Rice Lake

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Shale Falls Moderate · 107 cfs 67th percentile
  2. 2 Amnicon Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 42nd percentile
  3. 3 Big Manitou Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 42nd percentile
  4. 4 Little Manitou Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rice Lake (1 waterfall)

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.

Big Manitou Falls waterfall

Big Manitou Falls

9.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rice Lake (4 waterfalls)

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

Little Manitou Falls waterfall

Little Manitou Falls

10.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Amnicon Falls waterfall

Amnicon Falls

12.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gooseberry Falls waterfall

Gooseberry Falls

Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Rice Lake

Big Manitou Falls waterfall

Big Manitou Falls

9.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Little Manitou Falls waterfall

Little Manitou Falls

10.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Amnicon Falls waterfall

Amnicon Falls

12.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shale Falls waterfall

Shale Falls

38.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gooseberry Falls waterfall

Gooseberry Falls

Minnesota
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rice Lake

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rice Lake?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Rice Lake, including Big Manitou Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rice Lake?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rice Lake, including Amnicon Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rice Lake?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rice Lake, including Amnicon Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rice Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rice Lake is Amnicon Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Rice Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Rice Lake is Big Manitou Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rice Lake?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Rice Lake has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rice Lake?

The closest waterfall to Rice Lake is Big Manitou Falls, approximately 18 miles away.

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