Waterfall Hikes Near Stanley, WI

3,772 residents
Chicago Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Stanley? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Stanley. 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 44.9597°N, -90.9423°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Stanley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 5 gauged

3 of 4 waterfalls near Stanley are flowing strongly today

Big Falls Moderate Little Falls Strong Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja Strong Polly Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 87°F Partly Sunny
Sat 81°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 79°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Lab 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 80°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Thu 74°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Stanley

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Falls Strong · 87 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja Strong · 65 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Polly Falls Strong · 65 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Big Falls Moderate · 1160 cfs 56th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Stanley (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.

Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja

24.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Stanley (3 waterfalls)

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

Hamilton Falls waterfall

Hamilton Falls

43.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

37.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Polly Falls

21.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Stanley

Hamilton Falls waterfall

Hamilton Falls

43.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

37.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja

24.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

42.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Polly Falls

21.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Stanley

Are there free waterfalls near Stanley?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Stanley, including Big Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Stanley?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Stanley, including Ni-ho-kha-wa-ne-ey-ja.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Stanley?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Stanley, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Stanley?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Stanley, including Big Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Stanley?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Stanley, including Big Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Stanley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Stanley is Big Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Stanley?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Stanley has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Stanley?

The closest waterfall to Stanley is Hamilton Falls, approximately 8.8 miles away.

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