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Hogger Falls

Michigan · height not recorded · Ottawa National Forest - Ontonagon Ranger District · Last verified 2026-05-15

Hogger Falls, a waterfall in Michigan
Photo: Ian Shackleford, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Hogger Falls is a waterfall in Houghton County, Michigan. Height has not been officially recorded. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.

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Hogger Falls (this page)YFree
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Questions visitors ask about Hogger Falls

Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.

Is Hogger Falls in a national or state park?

Yes — Hogger Falls is inside Ottawa National Forest - Ontonagon Ranger District. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.

Can I bring my dog to Hogger Falls?

Yes — dogs are allowed (Ottawa National Forest - Ontonagon Ranger District permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.

Is there a fee to visit Hogger Falls?

No entrance fee. Ottawa National Forest - Ontonagon Ranger District is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.

How far is Hogger Falls from a major city?

Hogger Falls is 10 miles from Pelkie (about 14 minutes' drive).

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Where it is

46.7224, -88.8046

Sources and live status

Where we got the data, and where to check current conditions before you drive.

    Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15

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