Potato River Falls

Potato River Falls

Located Near

Hurley

Best Enjoyed In

Summer

Dogs Allowed

Yes

Highlights

Gurney, WI 54559
Hiking
ATV / ORV
Waterfall

ACCESS VIA ROUTES – ATV/UTV

• Trail difficulty:
• Travel difficulty: Easy
• Height: 90 feet


Potato River Falls
– Among the most spectacular waterfalls in Wisconsin
– Featuring two drops: Upper and Lower Potato River Falls
– The Potato River drops approximately 90 feet on its way to the Bad River before emptying into Lake Superior
Hiking Options
– From the parking area, choose one or both trails to reach observation decks:
– Lower Falls: Follow the trail to the right, marked “Lower Falls,” with 204 steps leading to the observation deck
– Upper Falls: Follow the trail to the left, marked “Upper Falls,” with 131 steps along the gorge to the lookout
Trail Details
– Hiking both trails totals just over a mile, but includes steep climbs to access the lookouts
– Adventurous visitors can climb to the base of the first drop to view the top of the second drop
Nearby Attraction
– Copper Falls State Park is another must-visit destination in the area

DIRECTIONS
Head south from US 2 on Hwy 169 for approximately 2.8 miles. Turn right on Potato River Falls Road, continue 1.5 miles. A town park with rustic campsites is available
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