Outdoors
Waterfalls in Wisconsin
Dropping One of Wisconsin’s Best-Kept Secrets
There are 40+ waterfalls in Wisconsin where wilderness wandering meets natural wonder. From snowshoeing your way to frozen cascades to hearing the unmistakable roar of rapids from a trail, each marvel is a must-see, must-hear and must-share experience. Surrounded by cabin stays, scenic drives and supper clubs galore, extending your trip—and seeing more falls on your list—sounds pretty good to us.
Bucket List Locations
Tour Wisconsin’s Top Falls
Uncover some of the tallest, wildest, most magical waterfalls around. Hear the rapids roar, feel the mist sprinkle your skin and prepare your crew to wow. From taking in the wonder of towering cascades like Big Manitou Falls to surveying the smaller (but mighty) plumes, each stop guarantees an awe-inspiring view.
Pit Stops
Lunch With a View: Waterfall Spots to Picnic
All you need to experience Wisconsin’s waterfalls to the rip-roaring fullest? Your closest buds, a camera and a picnic lunch. After a hilly hike or long, scenic drive, pause your journey with a lunch break, and snack on a picnic spread near some of the best views in the state.
Towering Treasures
Take Your Sightseeing to New Heights
The waterfalls in Wisconsin aren’t just gorgeous gems of nature—some of them are gigantic. From legendary 165-foot landmarks to sharp, roaring plunges, these falls are packing some major power and make for one epic group photo.
Geographic Gems
Few Places Wow Like Florence County
If your crew is craving scenic adventure, you can hike past 2-billion-year-old rocks, see the surging power of Wild Rivers and bask in the glory of gigantic Breakwater Falls. If that isn’t enough to fill your trip, canoe past some of the smaller, still stunning falls nearby. Is there a limit to how many times you can say “wow?”
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Wild Rivers & Waterfalls: Experience Florence County’s Stunning Outdoors
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