Trappers Falls

Gogebic County, Michigan

Your visit at a glance

Waterfall height: Not recorded
Location: Gogebic County, Michigan
Access status: Published backcountry route in a state park
The walk: About 3 miles each way
Ground & access: Backcountry trail with at least one river crossing by rock hop or wading.

Western U.P. Convention and Visitor Bureau: Western Upper Peninsula Waterfall Map

From the parking area at the end of Little Carp River Road, follow the Little Carp River Trail past Overlooked Falls and Greenstone Falls for about 3 miles to Trappers Falls, a slide falls on the Little Carp River. At least one stream crossing is involved. Explorers Falls is a short way farther; the two are often confused. Return the same way.

Plan your visit

Little Carp River Road trailhead on the Little Carp River Trail to Trappers Falls

The Western U.P. waterfall map says to take the Little Carp River Trail about 3 miles from the trailhead; GoWaterfalling also gives 3 miles one way.

Backcountry trail with at least one river crossing by rock hop or wading.

Where to start

Parking at the end of Little Carp River Road off South Boundary Road.

Timing & water

Park roads including South Boundary Road from Headquarters Road to the Pinkerton Trailhead close December 1 through late spring. The Presque Isle Scenic Area stays reachable by County Road 519.

Before you go

Michigan Recreation Passport required for vehicle entry, per Michigan DNR. Check current prices with the DNR.

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

Gogebic County, Michigan.

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