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Waterfall Check List Looking to visit all of Iron County’s natural waterfalls?

Here is a checklist to keep track of all your waterfall visits.

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Superior Falls Superior Falls Superior Falls Superior Falls (90 feet tall)

Potato River Falls Potato River Falls Potato River Falls Potato River Falls (90 feet tall)

Peterson Falls Peterson Falls Peterson Falls Peterson Falls (35 feet tall)

Foster Falls Foster Falls Foster Falls Foster Falls (25 feet tall)

Upson Falls Upson Falls Upson Falls Upson Falls (20 feet tall)

Spring Camp Falls Spring Camp Falls Spring Camp Falls Spring Camp Falls (20 feet tall)

Rouse Falls Rouse Falls Rouse Falls Rouse Falls (15 feet tall)

Wren Falls Wren Falls Wren Falls Wren Falls (15 feet tall)

Kimball Falls Kimball Falls Kimball Falls Kimball Falls (10 feet tall)

Lake of the Falls Lake of the Falls Lake of the Falls Lake of the Falls (10 feet tall)

Little Balsam FallsLittle Balsam FallsLittle Balsam FallsLittle Balsam Falls (8 feet tall)

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Under the Magical Spell ofWaterfalls

Whether they thunder, gurgle or whisper, each of the waterfalls in Iron Country is a perfect choice for a visit no matter what the calendar says, as each season imparts its own special brand of beauty on the tumbling waters.

Iron County is blessed with more than an abundance of spectacular waterfalls formed as the rushing waters of its pure streams and rivers break over hard rock outcroppings. This guide is designed to give you specific directions to Iron County’s waterfalls from common starting points within the County via paved and graveled roads. Most of Iron County’s waterfalls are located in more remote, wild areas unspoiled by the crowds. Some can easily be driven to with your auto, others require walking and maybe a bit of orienteering to find. But all are worth the adventure of finding!

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Superior Falls Superior Falls Superior Falls Superior Falls ���� 46.561044° 90.415184° 90 feet. The falls drop 90 feet into the Montreal River near its mouth on Lake Superior. Take Hwy 122 north of Hwy 2 approximately 4.2 miles. Continue another 1/2 mile, then turn left on a gravel road. A parking area is available.

Potato River Falls Potato River Falls Potato River Falls Potato River Falls ���� 46.461142° 90.53032° 90 feet. Potato River (Gurney Area). Head south from U.S. 2 on Hwy. 169, 2.8 miles (though Town of Gurney). Turn west on Potato River Falls Road, continue for 1.5 miles. Town Park with rustic campsites available.

Peterson Falls Peterson Falls Peterson Falls Peterson Falls ���� 46.473333° 90.195278° 35 feet. East Branch Montreal River (Hurley Area). Take U.S. 2 west of Hurley for .6 miles to Center Dr. Continue for a mile and park at small turnaround. Follow foot path located on north side of parking area, 1/4 mile walk to falls.

Foster Falls Foster Falls Foster Falls Foster Falls ���� 46.420819° 90.459129° 25 feet. Potato River (north of Upson). North from Upson on Hwy 122 for 5 miles. Turn west (left) on Sullivan Rd and proceed 2 miles to the river and falls.

Upson Falls Upson Falls Upson Falls Upson Falls ���� 46.371214° 90.412041° 20 feet. Potato River (Upson Area) Take Hwy. 77 west from Hurley into Upson. Turn north at Upson Town Park sign, then left at end of street. After crossing the river, turn left into Upson Town Park.

Camping and picnic area available.

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Spring Camp Falls Spring Camp Falls Spring Camp Falls Spring Camp Falls ���� 46.347726° 90.239342°20 feet. West branch, Montreal River. Heading south from Hurley on Hwy. 51, travel 4 1/2 miles. Turn west (right) on County Hwy. C. About 1 1/2 miles west, the county road turns sharply north. Continue straight on Island Lake Rd. In about a mile turn south, following East Branch Rd. about another 3 miles. When East Branch forks, continue right about 1 mile. Follow rustic path signs.

Rouse Falls Rouse Falls Rouse Falls Rouse Falls ���� 46.370681° 90.479515° 15 feet. Travel west from Upson about 2 1/2 miles on Hwy. 77. Take a right on Casey Sag Rd. Rustic trail is one mile north on the right side. It is about 3/4 mile hike.

Wren Falls Wren Falls Wren Falls Wren Falls ���� 46.407357° 90.516937° 15 feet. Tyler Forks River. About 5 1/2 miles south of U.S. 2 on Hwy. 169. Take a left (east) turn on Vogues Rd. Follow the gravel road for 3 1/2 miles until a hairpin turn. Take the center road for about 1 mile where the road forks. Hike up the hill to a primitive campsite above the north side of the falls.

Kimball Falls Kimball Falls Kimball Falls Kimball Falls ���� 46.486042° 90.26099° 10 feet. West Branch Montreal River (Hurley Area). West out of Hurley on U.S. 2 for 3 miles, turn south (left) on Park Road and continue .2 miles. Turn west (right) on Town Park Road.

Lake of the Falls Lake of the Falls Lake of the Falls Lake of the Falls ���� 46.150491°90.151973° 10 feet. Turtle River (Mercer�Turtle Flambeau Flowage Area). North from Mercer on U.S. 51 for 1.4 miles. Turn west (left) on Hwy. FF and proceed 5.2 miles. Turn left at Iron County Park/Lake of the Falls sign. Popkos Cir. Picnic and rustic camping facilities, boat landing with access to Turtle�Flambeau Flowage via Turtle River.

Little Balsam Falls Little Balsam Falls Little Balsam Falls Little Balsam Falls ���� 46.361397° 90.495962°8 feet. Tyler Forks River. Located approximately 1 mile north of Hwy. 77 and less than 1/2 mile south of the confluence of Erickson Creek and Tyler Forks River. There is then a foot path to the falls.

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