Munising area waterfalls
The waterfalls of Munising and the Grand Marais area are quite impressive to say the least. From roadside waterfalls to more adventurous day hikes, there’s something for everyone! The waterfalls below are the more popular ones as there many others that are unnamed, more difficult to find. During the winter months, some of the waterfalls will change into huge ice towers as the flowing water will freeze on its self. No matter which season you view them, just make sure to carry the necessary gear and be prepared for the conditions.
- Munising
Alger Falls
- This roadside waterfall is at the M-28 and M-94 intersection east of Munising.
- N 46° 23.591 W 86° 38.883
- Au train
Au Train Falls - Lower
- Drive M-94 west of Munising through Forest Lake until you reach County Road 533. Drive north for a short distance and then turn right on Power Dam Road. Follow this winding road and you’ll see two different parking areas to view the upper and lower falls. The lower falls is viewable by walking beyond the gate, at the end of the road, and continue until you reach the crossing of the Au Train River.
- N 46° 20.33 W 86° 51.11
- Munising
Bridalveil Falls
Located within Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Bridalveil Falls is best viewed from the water on Lake Superior. This is a seasonal waterfall that slows to a trickle during the summer months.
- Half mile east of Miners Castle on the Lake Superior shoreline.
- N 46° 30.527 W 86° 31.445
- Munising
Chapel Falls
To reach Chapel Falls, take the marked walking trail 1.5 miles through beautiful forests and small hills until you reach the 60-foot falls. This trail also continues past the falls to the famous Chapel Rock on Lake Superior. No pets allowed.
- Drive 15 miles heading east of Munising on County Road H-58 until you reach Chapel Road. Head north for 5 miles until you reach the end of the road. Limited parking.
- N 46° 31.718 W 86° 26.745
- Munising
Elliot Falls
Follow the trail heading north towards Lake Superior and waterfall is at end of beach.
- Follow H-58 east of Munising until you reach Miners Castle Rd. Drive 5 miles north until you reach a “Y” intersection and follow the road right. Turn right at next intersection and drive to end parking lot.
- N 46° 29.995 W 86° 31.904
- Munising
Horseshoe Falls
The Munising area features an impressive list of waterfalls and Horseshoe Falls & Gift Shop is one you should make sure to visit! This beautiful waterfall is privately managed with the utmost care and has many unique features. Bring the family and spend the afternoon enjoying our beautiful gardens, picnic area, gift shop and the trout pond where you can feed the fish! We also have trails for you to explore and take in the pristine beauty of the Upper Peninsula northwoods. We hope to see you soon! Learn More…
- 602 Bell Avenue, Munising
- N 46° 24.175 W 86° 38.666
- Visit Website
- eben junction
Laughing Whitefish Falls
After a 20-minute hike, downhill, this beautiful 100 foot cascading waterfall flows into a deep limestone gorge. A winding wooden staircase, with viewing areas, will lead you to the bottom. This is a Michigan DNR collection site which requires a daily park pass or yearly vehicle state park pass.
- Follow M94 west of Munising, through Chatham, until you reach Sundell Road. Drive north until it turns gravel (seasonal mud) continue straight a 1/4 mile then turn right at the sign. Drive 1/4 mile to the parking lot.
- N 46° 23.038 W 87° 04.152
- Munising
Miners Falls
A 1.2 mile round-trip gravel walking path will lead you through a spectacular forest to where the Miners River drops about 50 feet into a sandstone canyon creating a spectacular view. There are two viewing platforms with the lower one having 77 steps to reach it.
- Follow H-58 east of Munising until you reach Miners Castle Road. Drive 5 miles north until you reach a gravel road, turn right and follow 1 mile to parking area.
- N 46° 28.475 W 86° 31.875
- Munising
Munising Falls
This 50-foot waterfall drops into a sandstone canyon and creates a spectacular scene. Walk .25 mile on a paved trail through the woods until you reach the viewing platform. There are two other viewing areas reachable by stairs but the main platform is fully accessible. Pets are only allowed on the paved trail.
- Located within the city of Munising, follow H-58 east until you reach Washington Street and turn left. Follow until you reach the Munising Memorial Hospital and the Munising Falls Visitor Center parking area is across the street.
- N 46° 25.369 W 86° 37.301
- Melstrand
Mosquito Falls
Follow a .9 mile hiking trail to the falls through forest and small hills to see this secluded waterfall. The Mosquito River flows over three drops with the largest being 8 feet. No pets allowed.
- Drive 15 miles heading east of Munising on county road H-58 until you reach Chapel Road. Head north for 5 miles until you reach the end of the road. Limited parking.
- N 46° 31.029 W 86° 27.832
- Chatham
Rock River Falls
Located within Rock River Canyon Wilderness, this 20 foot cascading waterfall is within a secluded area of Alger County. The falls is located 3/4 mile from the parking area and this waterfall is truly for the adventurous. No motorized vehicles, bicycles or wheeled devices allowed within the designated wilderness area.
- Drive west on M-94 until you reach the town of Chatham. Continue straight at the intersection on Rock River Road. Turn left on FR-2276 (Sandstrom Road) and travel about 3.5 miles. Then turn left on FR-2293. Parking area is .7 miles on the left side of the road.
- N 46° 24.668 W 86° 58.576
- Grand Marais
Sable Falls
Following a short trail to the falls, this 75-foot waterfall tumbles over several cliffs until it reaches Lake Superior. The first viewing platform is down a staircase with 169 steps. Pets are not allowed on the trail.
- From Munising drive east on H-58 heading towards Grand Marais. Sable Falls is 1 mile west of Grand Marais.
- N 46° 40.13 W 86° 00.84
- Au Train
Scott Falls
This roadside waterfall is a straight drop of 10 feet and viewable from the road.
- Drive 10 miles west on M-28 from Munising until you the roadside park on Lake Superior. The falls is slightly hidden on the south side of the road.
- N 46° 26.223 W 86° 48.930
- Melstrand
Spray Falls
Spray Falls drops approximately 70 feet to Lake Superior and creates a spectacular view. Although best viewed from the water, it can also be seen on the North Country Trail/Lakeshore Trail.
- 1.75 miles northeast of Chapel Beach
- N 46° 33.48 W 86° 24.64
- Munising
Wagner Falls
Following a short walk on a gravel path to the viewing platform, Wagner Creek flows over numerous rock ledges to create a beautiful waterfall.
- Follow M-94 out of Munising and the fall’s parking area is only 1/4 mile from the M-28 & M-94 intersection.
- N 46° 23.273 W 86° 38.824
- Manistique
kitch-iti-kipi (the Big Spring)
Palms Book State Park, Manistique, MI
Michigan’s Largest Freshwater Spring
Short walking trail leads to natural spring pond that features a self-operated observation raft.
- Drive east on M28 to Shingleton and then south on M94 to Manistique and US2. Travel west on US2 to Thompson and then north on M149 for 15 minutes.
- N 46° 00.286 W 86° 23.103
