Waterfall Hikes Near Townsend, WI

88 residents
Chicago Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Townsend? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Townsend. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.3241°N, -88.5904°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Townsend

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 35 gauged

16 of 35 waterfalls near Townsend are flowing strongly today

Beartrap Falls Roaring Big Eddy Falls Roaring Freeman Falls Roaring Gilmer Falls Roaring Little Bull Falls Roaring Peavey Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Wayka Falls Roaring Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) Moderate Fumee Falls Moderate Little Quinnesec Falls Moderate Smalley Falls Moderate Big Smoky Falls Roaring Ducknest Falls Roaring Evergreen Falls Roaring Sullivan Falls Roaring Breakwater Falls Moderate Bull Falls Moderate Daves Falls Moderate Eighteenfoot Falls Moderate Eightfoot Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Twelvefoot Falls Moderate Chicagon Falls Strong Chipmunk Falls Strong Ford Dam Falls Moderate Horse Race Rapids Moderate Hydraulic Dam Falls Moderate Long Slide Falls Moderate Piers Gorge Falls Moderate Sand Portage Falls Moderate Pemene Falls Roaring Quiver Falls Moderate Twin Island Rapids Moderate Strong Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 75°F Cloudy
Sat 76°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 76°F Partly Sunny
Tue 76°F Rain Showers Likely
Wed 80°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Thu 71°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Townsend

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Bull Falls Roaring · 335 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Peavey Falls Roaring · 335 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Gilmer Falls Roaring · 335 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Freeman Falls Roaring · 335 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 335 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Wayka Falls Roaring · 335 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Townsend (13 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.

Sullivan Falls waterfall

Sullivan Falls

45.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

Ducknest Falls

45.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Townsend (22 waterfalls)

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

Big Eddy Falls

48.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Strong Falls waterfall

Strong Falls

16 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Townsend

Twin Island Rapids

21.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ford Dam Falls

35.3 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Horse Race Rapids

10.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chicagon Falls waterfall

Chicagon Falls

37.2 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft
Smalley Falls waterfall

Smalley Falls

43 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Long Slide Falls waterfall

Long Slide Falls

11 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Quinnesec Falls (historical) waterfall

Big Quinnesec Falls (historical)

1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hydraulic Dam Falls waterfall

Hydraulic Dam Falls

1.1 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Quinnesec Falls waterfall

Little Quinnesec Falls

3.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pemene Falls waterfall

Pemene Falls

15.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sand Portage Falls

3.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chipmunk Falls waterfall

Chipmunk Falls

47.2 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Piers Gorge Falls waterfall

Piers Gorge Falls

45.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Quiver Falls

5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Fumee Falls waterfall

Fumee Falls

4.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Townsend

Are there free waterfalls near Townsend?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Townsend, including Bull Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Townsend?

There are 13 easy waterfall hikes near Townsend, including Bull Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Townsend?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Townsend, including Big Eddy Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Townsend?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Townsend, including Big Eddy Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Townsend?

The shortest waterfall hike near Townsend is Beartrap Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Townsend?

The tallest waterfall near Townsend is Twelvefoot Falls at 12 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Townsend require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Townsend require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Townsend?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Townsend have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Townsend?

The closest waterfall to Townsend is Sullivan Falls, approximately 16.2 miles away.

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