Bonanza Falls

located along Big Iron River


Bonanza Falls

November 9, 2008
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Description:
A tall, broad waterfall of muddy water pouring over slanted slate rocks with numerous lower drops.
Location:
Ontonagon County at 46°49' 2.6" N, 89°34' 13.65" W (map)
Nearby Falls:
Little Trap Falls (8.7 miles), Victoria Dam Falls (18.5 miles), Plover Falls (20.5 miles), Sandstone Creek Falls (21 miles)
Area:
Thick woods with underbrush near the river. Riverbed is shallow and has interesting slate formations on each side.
Trail:
10 minutes one-way
The main falls are directly ahead of the parking area. Lower drops can be reached by following the footpath downstream.
Drive:
1 hour 18 mins from Houghton, MI (change)
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