Haymeadow Falls

Delta County, Michigan

Your visit at a glance

Waterfall height: Not recorded
Location: Delta County, Michigan
Access status: Trail and bridge closed; partial guide with unverified day-hiker parking
The walk: Approximately 1 mile listed; distance convention unclear
Ground & access: Small bridges and forest trail. The closure notice reports a failed bridge and a severely washed-out section.

Closed route: the published trail follows Haymeadow Creek through forest to a footbridge at the falls rapids.

Plan your visit

Haymeadow Creek Trail from Haymeadow Creek Campsites

The page describes approximately one mile leading to the falls rapids, without clearly identifying one-way versus loop mileage.

Small bridges and forest trail. The closure notice reports a failed bridge and a severely washed-out section.

Where to start

Campground entrance is on County Road 509 near Rapid River. Separate day-hiker parking is not described.

Timing & water

Checked 2026-10-27: active USFS notice closes the trail and bridge. Notice updated March 20, 2025 cites damage reported in 2018 and 2021; no reopening date.

Before you go

The page says no fees or reservations are needed but retains conflicting older reservation wording. Confirm arrangements after reopening.

Visitor information

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More waterfalls nearby

Within 40 straight-line miles. Road and trail distances will differ.

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Waterfall location

Delta County, Michigan.

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