Waterfall Hikes Near Thornton, WI

44 residents
Chicago Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Thornton? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Thornton. 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 44.7984°N, -88.6916°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Thornton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

13 waterfalls near Thornton have live flow data today

Beartrap Falls Low Big Eddy Falls Low Freeman Falls Low Gilmer Falls Low Little Bull Falls Low Peavey Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Wayka Falls Low Big Smoky Falls Barely Flowing Ducknest Falls Barely Flowing Evergreen Falls Barely Flowing Sullivan Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 64°F

Aft 81°F Sunny
Sun 64°F Rain Showers Likely
Mon 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 59°F Partly Sunny
Thu 64°F Sunny Best
Fri 69°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Thornton (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.

Wayka Falls

24.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Thornton (6 waterfalls)

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

Little Bull Falls waterfall

Little Bull Falls

19.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Freeman Falls waterfall

Freeman Falls

18.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Eddy Falls

31.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Thornton

Little Bull Falls waterfall

Little Bull Falls

19.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gilmer Falls waterfall CC

Gilmer Falls

19 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Freeman Falls waterfall

Freeman Falls

18.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Beartrap Falls

24.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wayka Falls

24.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

Big Eddy Falls

31.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Peavey Falls waterfall CC

Peavey Falls

37.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

26.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Smoky Falls

29.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Evergreen Falls waterfall

Evergreen Falls

38.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ducknest Falls

30.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Sullivan Falls waterfall

Sullivan Falls

30.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

22.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Thornton

Are there free waterfalls near Thornton?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Thornton, including Ducknest Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Thornton?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Thornton, including Ducknest Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Thornton?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Thornton, including Big Eddy Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Thornton?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Thornton, including Big Eddy Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Thornton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Thornton is Beartrap Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Thornton require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Thornton requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Thornton?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Thornton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Thornton?

The closest waterfall to Thornton is Little Bull Falls, approximately 3.2 miles away.

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