Waterfall Hikes Near Townsend, WI

88 residents
Chicago Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Townsend? There are 33 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

33 of 33 gauged

33 waterfalls near Townsend have live flow data today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Widespread Frost then Sunny · 69°F

Tod 60°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 69°F Widespread Frost then Sunny Best
Fri 79°F Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny
Sat 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 72°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Mon 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 73°F Rain Showers Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Townsend (11 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

30.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

Ducknest Falls

30.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Townsend (20 waterfalls)

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

Big Eddy Falls

Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Strong Falls waterfall

Strong Falls

Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Townsend

Twin Island Rapids

49.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ford Dam Falls

11.2 miles away
Michigan
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Horse Race Rapids

Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Smalley Falls waterfall

Smalley Falls

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

Long Slide Falls

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

Big Quinnesec Falls (historical)

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

Hydraulic Dam Falls

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

Little Quinnesec Falls

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

Pemene Falls

13.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sand Portage Falls

7.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Piers Gorge Falls waterfall

Piers Gorge Falls

8.3 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Quiver Falls

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

Fumee Falls

3.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Townsend

Are there free waterfalls near Townsend?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Townsend, including Bull Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Townsend?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Townsend, including Bull Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Townsend?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Townsend, including Big Eddy Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Townsend?

There are 23 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, 23 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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