Waterfall Hikes Near Thorp, WI

1,753 residents
Chicago Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Thorp? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Thorp. 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 44.9579°N, -90.8022°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Thorp

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 5 gauged

3 of 4 waterfalls near Thorp 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 · 73°F

Aft 87°F Partly Sunny
Sat 81°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 79°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 78°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 80°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Thu 73°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Thorp

Updated about 1 hour 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 Thorp (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 Thorp (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 Thorp

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 Thorp

Are there free waterfalls near Thorp?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Thorp?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Thorp?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Thorp?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Thorp?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Thorp?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Thorp?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Thorp has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Thorp?

The closest waterfall to Thorp is Hamilton Falls, approximately 14.7 miles away.

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