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December 2023 by 404kalvinh
Tahquamenon Falls State Park
Wow. Magnificent Waterfalls. Nice. Simple walk too. Easy.
If you haven't seen Tahquamenon Falls you are missing out!
This is one of the biggest waterfalls in Michigan. Hands down great. Expect to get wet too. The falls is deep, but the surrounding water is OK to dip in.
You will not be disappointed!
Highly Recommended
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November 2023 by Susan Schwaderer
This is a peaceful park to camp in. We stayed in the Lower Falls Portage Campground - Site #72 with 30 amp electric only. We love camping at the falls, hiking in the park, visiting the Brew-Pub, touring the town and making an excursion to Whitefish Point. Our site was easy to back in to and was fairly private. The park has changed its check in procedure, however, which - in my opinion - is ridiculous. You have to park your vehicle and come inside to register - even when you are fully paid! Certainly slows things down. Only state park in Michigan that I have experienced this lack of efficiency. Two years ago it wasn't like this here. We do love the new walkway across the river!
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November 2023 by 703vamsis
- Started with Lower Falls and then drove up to the Upper Falls. We wanted to do the river trail but it was cold and it snowed on Halloween in 2023. The views of both the falls are spectacular. The color of the falls is so unique. If someone is visiting Michigan, I would recommend they drive upto these falls and it should be a day trip from anywhere in Michigan
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November 2023 by lithlith
Tahquamenon Falls State Park is great! There are good trails and great view points. You'll get some great photos of the river and falls. Make sure to visit both the upper and lower falls while you're there. If you want to avoid the crowds, go earlier or later in the day.
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October 2023 by Craig
After 4 straight days of rain and cloudy weather, we were finally blessed with clear blue skies on the day we planned to visit the falls!Wonderful walk with wonderful fall views!Very rich and relaxing!
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October 2023 by Christian Toker
The parking was close enough for all members of our group to easily walk to the very clean restrooms and to the overlooks at both the upper and lower falls. It is very pet friendly on the paved areas to keep furry friends apart as they pass each other, if necessary. Our Sweetie girl loved the walk to the overlooks. We would suggest going early in the day to avoid congested parking and trails.Restrooms: Very clean and close to parking areas.Dog-friendliness: Wide pathways, at least to the overlooks, to navigate around other pets and children. Poo bags are provded, aswell.
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October 2023 by Heather Morrison
Tahquamenon Falls (both upper and lower) are great places to visit! The hike to both falls is easy to accomplish with small children.At the upper falls, there is a lower and upper viewing deck. Both have a collection of steps, however, the lower deck has substantially more steps than the upper viewing deck. It is absolutely possible to visit both but if you are concerned about steps, stick with the upper viewing deck.At the lower falls, they have a nice walking path that leads you around the falls and to the island. You can also get to the island by rowing boat (but I believe there is an extra cost to rent these). The island is a nice loop trail with an area that allows for some "swimming." The water is very shallow but bring an extra outfit or a swimsuit for your kids because they will love it and end up soaked.There is a trail that connects to upper and lower falls but I do not recommend walking this with young children.Playground: There is no playground but the falls have some interactive learning centers and some statues that kids can engage with.Restrooms: Public restrooms are available at both lower and upper falls. They are only near the parking lots so unless you want to participate in the mad dash back to the potty, I recommend making a stop before starting your hiking journey.Dog-friendliness: Lots and lots and lots of dogs at this park. It is required to keep them on a leash.
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October 2023 by Kevin Horst
What a gorgeous waterfalls! While you can get some pretty good views from the main trail, you are required to hike down a flight of 90 steps to get to right to the brink of the falls. Well worth it though! We visited on a Saturday afternoon and there were quite a few people there, but not so many that we couldn’t enjoy our visit. Nice parking area with well-maintained and modern restrooms
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October 2023 by Thirteendays
Overall, it's a very pretty state park and better than most. For most of the best views in the park you can take paved paths or board walks so most people can access the beauty of this place. There are some more rugged trails as well with the river trail being the best. If you come early you are much more likely to be able to enjoy some areas alone without crowds, but I do mean early. This is definitely a place to see in the UP, you can see it or most of it within a day.Restrooms: Plenty of restrooms
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October 2023 by Jessica Moore
Beautiful place to visit! We visited the lower falls and we're very pleased with the views. The lower falls does have a boardwalk and is handicap accessible. At least up to the bridge, I didn't go past that. There are also very nice public restrooms available as well. I highly recommend visiting this and having lots of time to enjoy it. Also bring your camera!Restrooms: Very cleanDog-friendliness: Saw many people walking their dogs. Please clean up dog messes. We unfortunately found poo with our shoes.
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October 2023 by Sylvia Lin
Beautiful waterfall with the fall foliage just started. The next few weeks would be perfect timing to visit for awesome pictures. The usual Michigan State Park fee applies or free if you have the state pass. Clean bathroom at the lower fall area. Water station for refill. There is a paid service shuttle running between lower and upper falls if you want to take the 4 miles trail. 20ish per group. The lower and upper trails are easy access with many toddlers and elderly on them.
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October 2023 by Dolce Vita!
There are two separate falls areas to see, so there are two parking lots or you can hike a one way trail that a shuttle service can take you back for a fee. Both falls are beautiful. Don't skip either one, they are equally impressive with the different angles to view them. All paved walking paths to viewing areas. Some steps at lower falls. There is a place to get food at the lower falls. There are gift shops at both falls. The roads leading to the falls are very nice. One of the upper peninsula's best waterfalls to experience. I would also recommend Bond falls and the several falls around the pictured rocks area (Munising, MI).
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October 2023 by Chad Cunningham
The beauty of the Upper and Lower Falls is magnificent. The steady roaring of the water rushing over the falls is comforting and sooths your spirit. Park Rangers and staff are helpful and friendly. The many bridges and boardwalks provide spectacular views of this amazing place. There are trails that loop around for a short picturesque tour and a moderately challenging hiking trail allows you to travel between the two Falls. The beauty along the way will keep you smiling while taking in the sights. Parking is convenient and restrooms are clean and in close proximity to the action. There are gifts shops at both locations and a restaurant brewery at the Upper Falls.Restrooms: Large, clean restrooms nearby in close proximity to everyone.Dog-friendliness: Dogs are allowed on leashes. There were many on the trails with their owners. Requirements are at least a 6ft leash and owners are asked to bag any dog waste on grounds. Animals left inside vehicles is strictly prohibited and the owners will be ticketed.Picnic area: There are many comfortable areas for picnicking.
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October 2023 by Mark S
Great park with easy walks around the two falls. Add a little extra effort to take the walkway to the lower view of the upper falls. Stunning in the fall.
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October 2023 by SteveSly
If you are in the U.P. of Michigan this is a must see attraction. Make sure that you go to both the upper and lower falls areas.
