Dead River Falls is a series of cascades on the Dead River near Marquette, where the river drops roughly 90 feet over about a half mile, including several drops over 15 feet. The short trail is steep and rugged despite its modest length.
At 90 ft, it stands above roughly 67% of the 775 documented falls in this guide.
The falls are fed by Dead River. You'll find it in Marquette, Michigan. It is protected within unknown.
This is a short hike waterfall: reached by a short trail, generally under about a mile each way. A short walk gets you to the viewpoint, so it works for most casual visitors and families. The walk to the main viewpoint runs about 1.8 miles round trip. Base a visit out of Marquette, the closest town.
When to go: spring. Expect the strongest flow in spring and after big storms, with a quieter trickle by late summer; confirm current conditions with the land manager before committing to the drive.
