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West Branch Yellow Dog Falls

Michigan · height not recorded · McCormick Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15

West Branch Yellow Dog Falls, a waterfall in Michigan
Photo: Ian Shackleford, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

West Branch Yellow Dog Falls is a waterfall in Marquette 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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West Branch Yellow Dog Falls (this page)YFree
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Questions visitors ask about West Branch Yellow Dog Falls

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Is West Branch Yellow Dog Falls in a national or state park?

Yes — West Branch Yellow Dog Falls is inside McCormick Wilderness. 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 West Branch Yellow Dog Falls?

Yes — dogs are allowed (McCormick Wilderness 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 West Branch Yellow Dog Falls?

No entrance fee. McCormick Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.

How far is West Branch Yellow Dog Falls from a major city?

West Branch Yellow Dog Falls is 14 miles from Michigamme (about 19 minutes' drive).

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Where it is

46.7219, -87.9625

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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