It’s no secret that Michigan is home to a plethora of scenic waterfalls that draw in thousands of visitors each year. But did you know that these flowing natural wonders maintain their enchanting beauty throughout the year? Here are eight waterfalls in the Great Lakes State that are just as incredible in the winter as they are during warmer months.
- Munising Falls
Flickr/James Marvin Phelps Head all the way north to Lake Superior for a look at these gorgeous falls, which sparkle majestically during the colder months.
- Tahquamenon Falls
Flickr/James Marvin Phelps Michigan’s most famous waterfalls are beautiful no matter when you visit them, and winter is no exception. Make sure to bring along a camera — you’ll want to capture the beauty of this icy wonderland.
- Wagner Falls
Flickr/James Marvin Phelps Each year, Wagner Creek turns to ice, leaving a gorgeous scene to be admired. This site just south of Munising will absolutely stun you.
- Memorial Falls
Flickr/James Marvin Phelps Take an icy cave walk behind these falls near Munising. You’ll feel as though you’ve stepped right into a wintertime fairytale — talk about unique.
- Canyon Falls
Flickr/James Marvin Phelps Take a cold-weather hike through this scenic area just south of L’Anse before you stop to marvel at Canyon Falls in all its crystallized winter glory. This is one waterfall excursion that you’ll never forget.
- Barton Dam
Flickr/ellenm1 This waterfall is largely man-made, but it’s no less gorgeous when frozen. Stop by Barton Hills and take a look at the dam’s wintry spectacle.
- Manabezho Falls
Flickr/Curtis Albert This hundred-foot wide waterfall features a 24-foot drop and plenty of opportunities to see some of the most beautiful winter scenery within the Porcupine Mountains.
- Bond Falls
Flickr/Kriestienn De Bruyne You’ll find Bond Falls smack dab in the middle of the Ontonagon River. Whether the falls are completely frozen or simply surrounded by ice and snow, this is a must-see spot in the Great Lakes State.
Did we leave one of your favorite waterfalls off the list? Tell us about your top winter hikes and scenic Michigan excursions in the comment section.
Flickr/James Marvin Phelps
Head all the way north to Lake Superior for a look at these gorgeous falls, which sparkle majestically during the colder months.
Flickr/James Marvin Phelps
Michigan’s most famous waterfalls are beautiful no matter when you visit them, and winter is no exception. Make sure to bring along a camera — you’ll want to capture the beauty of this icy wonderland.
Each year, Wagner Creek turns to ice, leaving a gorgeous scene to be admired. This site just south of Munising will absolutely stun you.
Take an icy cave walk behind these falls near Munising. You’ll feel as though you’ve stepped right into a wintertime fairytale — talk about unique.
Take a cold-weather hike through this scenic area just south of L’Anse before you stop to marvel at Canyon Falls in all its crystallized winter glory. This is one waterfall excursion that you’ll never forget.
Flickr/ellenm1
This waterfall is largely man-made, but it’s no less gorgeous when frozen. Stop by Barton Hills and take a look at the dam’s wintry spectacle.
Flickr/Curtis Albert
This hundred-foot wide waterfall features a 24-foot drop and plenty of opportunities to see some of the most beautiful winter scenery within the Porcupine Mountains.
Flickr/Kriestienn De Bruyne
You’ll find Bond Falls smack dab in the middle of the Ontonagon River. Whether the falls are completely frozen or simply surrounded by ice and snow, this is a must-see spot in the Great Lakes State.
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