Waterfall Hikes Near Washburn, WI

1,975 residents
Chicago Time Zone
51 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Washburn? There are 51 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Washburn. 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 46.6770°N, -90.9018°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Washburn

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 51 gauged

40 of 45 waterfalls near Washburn are flowing strongly today

Abinodji Falls Roaring Algonquin Falls Roaring Bathtub Falls Roaring Big Carp Falls Roaring Explorers Falls Roaring Gorge Falls Roaring Great Conglomerate Falls Roaring Greenstone Falls Roaring Iagoo Falls Roaring Lepisto Falls Roaring Manabezho Falls Roaring Manakiki Falls Roaring Manido Falls Roaring Maple Creek Falls Roaring Minnewawa Falls Roaring Nawadaha Falls Roaring Nimikon Falls Roaring Nokomis Falls Roaring Ogima Falls Roaring Ogimakwe Falls Roaring Pinkerton Falls Roaring Potawatomi Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Sandstone Falls Roaring Shining Cloud Falls Roaring Trappers Falls Roaring Traders Falls Roaring Amnicon Falls Strong Brownstone Falls Roaring Chippewa Falls Strong Gabbro Falls Strong Granite Falls Strong Interstate Falls Strong Neepikon Falls Strong Peterson Falls Strong Powder Horn Falls Strong Rocky Forty Falls Strong Root Beer Falls Strong Saxon Falls Strong Superior Falls Strong Copper Falls Moderate Morgan Falls Moderate Potato River Falls Moderate Spring Camp Falls Moderate Shale Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 75°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 80°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Lab 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 75°F Sunny
Thu 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 78°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Washburn

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Pinkerton Falls Roaring · 62 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Ogimakwe Falls Roaring · 62 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Ogima Falls Roaring · 62 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Nokomis Falls Roaring · 62 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Nimikon Falls Roaring · 62 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Nawadaha Falls Roaring · 62 cfs 96th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Washburn (8 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.

Brownstone Falls waterfall

Brownstone Falls

11.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Copper Falls waterfall

Copper Falls

11.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.7 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Washburn (43 waterfalls)

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

Morgan Falls waterfall

Morgan Falls

34 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Superior Falls waterfall

Superior Falls

11.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Potato River Falls waterfall

Potato River Falls

11.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
0.8 miles 100 ft
Saxon Falls waterfall

Saxon Falls

14.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 51 Waterfalls Near Washburn

Morgan Falls waterfall

Morgan Falls

34 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brownstone Falls waterfall

Brownstone Falls

11.3 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Copper Falls waterfall

Copper Falls

11.5 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.7 miles 150 ft
Superior Falls waterfall

Superior Falls

11.8 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Potato River Falls waterfall

Potato River Falls

11.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
0.8 miles 100 ft
Saxon Falls waterfall

Saxon Falls

14.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shale Falls waterfall

Shale Falls

38.9 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Maple Creek Falls

40.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Manakiki Falls

2.7 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

38.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Sandstone Falls waterfall

Sandstone Falls

16.5 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gorge Falls waterfall

Gorge Falls

2.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Algonquin Falls waterfall

Algonquin Falls

3.4 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Potawatomi Falls waterfall

Potawatomi Falls

2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Conglomerate Falls waterfall

Great Conglomerate Falls

1.6 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chippewa Falls waterfall

Chippewa Falls

1.2 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Interstate Falls waterfall

Interstate Falls

7.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Peterson Falls waterfall

Peterson Falls

49.6 miles away
Michigan
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Nawadaha Falls waterfall

Nawadaha Falls

41.9 miles away
Michigan
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Manido Falls waterfall

Manido Falls

44.2 miles away
Michigan
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Washburn

Are there free waterfalls near Washburn?

There are 30 free waterfalls near Washburn, including Abinodji Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Washburn?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Washburn, including Beaver River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Washburn?

There are 43 dog-friendly waterfalls near Washburn, including Abinodji Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Washburn?

There are 42 kid-friendly waterfalls near Washburn, including Abinodji Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Washburn?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Washburn, including Bathtub Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Washburn?

The shortest waterfall hike near Washburn is Abinodji Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Washburn?

The tallest waterfall near Washburn is Superior Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Washburn?

Yes, 48 waterfalls near Washburn have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Washburn?

The closest waterfall to Washburn is Morgan Falls, approximately 16.7 miles away.

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