Gomanche Falls

located along Gomanche Creek

Gomanche Falls

November 1, 2008
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Gomanche Falls

June 27, 2008
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Description:
A small waterfall at the entrance of Gomanche Creek into Silver River. Water tumbles down a sharp, slate incline and splatters onto a hard, shallow bed before flowing into the river.
Location:
Baraga County at 46°45' 32.09" N, 88°21' 30.4" W (map)
Nearby Falls:
Middle Silver Falls (0.2 miles), Lower Silver Falls (2.6 miles), Power House Falls (4.3 miles), Falls River Falls (4.5 miles)
Area:
Thick cedar forests with some undergrowth. Riverbed is very rocky and dramatic.
Trail:
20 minutes one-way
Follow the eastern bank of the river, either starting at the bridge or following the two-track and cutting into the woods past the gravel pit. Gomanche Creek flows into Silver River from the west and is located a short distance past the house on the western bank.
Drive:
45 mins from Houghton, MI (change)
Driving Directions