Waterfall Hikes Near Sault Ste. Marie, MI

13,409 residents
Detroit Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sault Ste. Marie? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sault Ste. Marie. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 46.4817°N, -84.3723°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sault Ste. Marie

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Sault Ste. Marie have live flow data today

Lower Falls Low Upper Falls Low Saint Marys Falls Moderate Pancake Falls Barely Flowing Montreal Falls Barely Flowing Chippewa Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 61°F

Aft 61°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 59°F Mostly Cloudy
Sat 65°F Partly Sunny
Sun 60°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 49°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 46°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 53°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Sault Ste. Marie

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Saint Marys Falls Moderate · 77000 cfs 61st percentile
  2. 2 Lower Falls Low · 455 cfs 21st percentile
  3. 3 Upper Falls Low · 455 cfs 21st percentile
  4. 4 Pancake Falls Barely Flowing · 122 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Montreal Falls Barely Flowing · 122 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Chippewa Falls Barely Flowing · 122 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sault Ste. Marie (4 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.

Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

1.7 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Chippewa Falls waterfall

Chippewa Falls

38.9 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.5 km Unknown
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

41.3 miles away
Michigan
Easy
4.0 miles Unknown
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

42 miles away
Michigan
Easy
4.0 miles Unknown

All 6 Waterfalls Near Sault Ste. Marie

Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

1.7 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Chippewa Falls waterfall

Chippewa Falls

38.9 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.5 km Unknown
Pancake Falls waterfall

Pancake Falls

61.4 km away
Ontario
Moderate
10.6 km 207 m
Montreal Falls waterfall

Montreal Falls

66.3 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

41.3 miles away
Michigan
Easy
4.0 miles Unknown
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

42 miles away
Michigan
Easy
4.0 miles Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sault Ste. Marie

Are there free waterfalls near Sault Ste. Marie?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Sault Ste. Marie, including Chippewa Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sault Ste. Marie?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Sault Ste. Marie, including Chippewa Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sault Ste. Marie?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sault Ste. Marie, including Lower Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sault Ste. Marie?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sault Ste. Marie, including Lower Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sault Ste. Marie?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sault Ste. Marie is Chippewa Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sault Ste. Marie?

The tallest waterfall near Sault Ste. Marie is Upper Falls at 50 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sault Ste. Marie?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Sault Ste. Marie have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sault Ste. Marie?

The closest waterfall to Sault Ste. Marie is Saint Marys Falls, approximately 1.7 miles away.

Where to Stay

Comfort Inn Sault Ste Marie MI

Comfort Inn Sault Ste Marie MI

7.9 196 reviews
Quality Inn & Suites Bay Front

Quality Inn & Suites Bay Front

7.8 1,209 reviews
Lockview Motel

Lockview Motel

8.3 505 reviews
Holiday Inn Express Sault Ste Marie by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Sault Ste Marie by IHG

9.1 208 reviews
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