Tahquamenon Falls

Tahquamenon Spring Adventures: Best Time to Go Waterfalling

When is the best time to see waterfalls in Michigan’s Tahquamenon Country? Spring! As the snow melts, torrents of water thunder and spray the air. Pursue the rush!

Why Spring Is the Perfect Time to See Waterfalls

What makes waterfalls so spectacular in the spring? The answer lies in winter’s heavy snowfall. Each year, over 160 inches of glistening snow blankets Tahquamenon Country. As it melts, rivers swell and waterfalls roar to life with relentless power.

Watch as gushing torrents tumble down rocks and cliffs, their thunderous echoes heard long before they come into view. Also, the smaller waterfalls that often vanish in the dry summer months — murmur in the awakening forests. March through April is the ultimate time to pursue the rush. 

Here’s where to witness nature’s breathtaking display of water in motion.

Witness the Splendor and Power of Tahquamenon Falls

In Tahquamenon Country, near Newberry or Paradise, you are minutes from Tahquamenon Falls State Park. Each spring the “root beer” colored Tahquamenon River races over shiny rocks and churns frothy white in dark pools below. You can feel the cold spray of both iconic falls:

Local Tip: You will need a Michigan Recreational Passport or a day pass to enter the park.

Miners Falls

Discover More Breathtaking Waterfalls — a Day Trip Away

The Upper Peninsula is home to more than 300 waterfalls and these 10 are within a day trip from Newberry. Stay over for a day or more to see several of them in springtime glory.

Worth the Drive: Waterfalls 2+ Hours Away

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What to Know Before Going Spring Waterfalling

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Use Tahquamenon Country as Your Waterfall Hub

Tahquamenon Country serves as an ideal base camp for nature enthusiasts. You are near breathtaking waterfalls, extensive ATV trails and forests teeming with wildflowers. Springtime brings the added delight of observing newborn wildlife and the return of migratory birds.

For comfortable accommodations, stay in Newberry, where several hotels welcome pets and offer a range of amenities to suit your needs. Spring rates are particularly appealing, making it an excellent time not only for waterfalling but to get the best value at lodgings. Dining options abound, with local restaurants providing a true taste of the Upper Peninsula. We eagerly await your visit when the snow melts.

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