The Ultimate Bucket List For Anyone In Michigan Who Loves Waterfall Hikes
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Jackie Ann
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With over 300 waterfalls in Michigan, you could spend a lifetime exploring them all. While this list certainly doesn’t cover all 300, it will lead you to some of the most popular waterfalls in Michigan. These falls are beautiful year-round, and they take on an especially magical appearance during the winter months, so you may want to check out these waterfalls during different seasons and see them transform at different times of the year.
Tahquamenon Falls, McMillan Township, MI 49768, USA
Nicknamed "Root Beer Falls" for its signature brown color, Tahquamenon Falls is one of the most popular waterfalls in Michigan. These falls are divided into the upper and lower falls, with the upper falls clocking in at an impressive 200 feet wide with a 50-foot drop into the Michigan River.
Sable Falls Trail, Burt Township, MI 49839, USA
Located within Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Sable Falls is only 500 feet from the parking lot, making it one of the easiest waterfalls in Michigan to access. That being said, there are a lot of stairs you’ll have to traverse to get to the falls, but each step is worth it when you see this hidden gem.
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Miners Falls Trail, Munising Township, MI 49862, USA
Another quick and easy waterfall hike, the trail to Miners Falls is less than a mile, and at the end, you'll be greeted with a 50-foot cascade.
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Bond Falls, Haight Township, MI 49912, USA
Another 50-foot beauty, Bond Falls is only about 300 feet from the parking lot. This waterfall is quite the stunner year-round, but just look at how mesmerizing it is during the winter.
Nawadaha Falls, Wakefield Township, MI 49968, USA
Located in the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, you’ll find three waterfalls along this trail: Nawadaha, Manido, and Manabezho. The trail clocks in at about two miles and takes you straight to each of the falls. Pictured above is Nawadaha, which has a 15-foot drop.
Manido Falls, Wakefield Township, MI 49938, USA
Mandido is the smallest of the three waterfalls along this trail, but it still packs a punch.
Manabezho Falls, Wakefield Township, MI 49938, USA
The largest waterfall on the Presque Isle River, Manabezho Falls boasts a 25-foot drop and is one of those waterfalls you could just sit and watch for hours. d
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