Waterfall Hikes Near Wausau, WI

71,236 residents
Chicago Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wausau? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wausau. 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 44.9620°N, -89.6459°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wausau

Find waterfalls to hike near Wausau

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wausau (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.

Peavey Falls waterfall

Peavey Falls

42.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Wayka Falls waterfall

Wayka Falls

44.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

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

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

Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

22.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

Freeman Falls

44.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Wausau With Waterfalls

Grandfather Falls waterfall

Grandfather Falls

22.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

43.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Peavey Falls waterfall

Peavey Falls

42.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Beartrap Falls waterfall

Beartrap Falls

46.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wayka Falls waterfall

Wayka Falls

44.8 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Freeman Falls waterfall

Freeman Falls

44.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Bull Falls waterfall

Little Bull Falls

27.1 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

43.7 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gilmer Falls waterfall

Gilmer Falls

43.4 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Bull Falls waterfall

Little Bull Falls

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

Evergreen Falls

45.6 miles away
Wisconsin
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ducknest Falls waterfall

Ducknest Falls

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

Sullivan Falls

46.2 miles away
Wisconsin
Easy
0.6 miles 80 ft

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