Skip to main content
Site Open
Recreation Region: Kenton Ranger District

Jumbo Falls

This trail passes through some old growth hemlock, and is quite level. It is a scenic trail, and the water of the Jumbo River is crystal clear.

General Information

January - December

No fees.

Kenton Ranger District

Address: 4810 E. M28 Kenton, MI 49967
Phone: 906-852-3500
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (ET) (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 46.454791

Longitude: -88.91228

Directions

Access is west of Kenton. Drive almost 2 miles west of Kenton, head south on Golden Glow Road along Forest Road 4580 to the crossroads, then go east (left) about ½ mile. Take the first right and pass the gravel pit until the road ends. From there you will find a trail to your left that takes you to the falls.

Closest Towns: Kenton is 3 miles to the north.

Facility and Amenity Information

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Viewing Scenery Info

This trail passes through some old growth hemlock and is quite level. It is a scenic trail, and the water of the Jumbo River is crystal clear.

Special Feature: Waterfalls
Difficulty Level: Easy to Intermediate

Day Hikes Info

This trail passes through some old growth hemlock and is quite level. It is a scenic trail, and the water of the Jumbo River is crystal clear. Once past the gravel pit keep right until the road ends. From there you will find a trail to your left that takes you to the falls.

Difficulty Level: Easy to Intermediate

Recreation Groups

The view behind a waterfall
The combination of topography and thousands of miles of rivers and streams have created hundreds of waterfalls throughout the Upper Peninsula.

Last updated March 27th, 2025