Waterfall Hikes Near Cascade, MT

569 residents
Denver Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cascade? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cascade. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 47.2769°N, -111.7026°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cascade

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

1 of 10 waterfalls near Cascade is flowing strongly today

Big Falls Moderate Colter Falls (historical) Moderate Crooked Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Black Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Buffalo Falls Strong Castner Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Falls Low Crow Creek Falls Moderate Double Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Aft 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 75°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Sun 74°F Mostly Cloudy
Lab 67°F Rain Showers
Tue 70°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Cascade

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Buffalo Falls Strong · 266 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Crow Creek Falls Moderate · 11 cfs 34th percentile
  3. 3 Cataract Falls Low · 173 cfs 22nd percentile
  4. 4 Big Falls Low · 3840 cfs 11th percentile
  5. 5 Colter Falls (historical) Low · 3840 cfs 11th percentile
  6. 6 Crooked Falls Low · 3840 cfs 11th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cascade (3 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Black Eagle Falls waterfall

Black Eagle Falls

3 miles away
Montana
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cascade (6 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crooked Falls waterfall

Crooked Falls

0.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Cascade

Castner Falls waterfall

Castner Falls

45.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buffalo Falls waterfall

Buffalo Falls

Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Black Eagle Falls waterfall

Black Eagle Falls

3 miles away
Montana
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Colter Falls (historical) waterfall

Colter Falls (historical)

0.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crooked Falls waterfall

Crooked Falls

0.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

5.3 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

38 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

42.9 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Crow Creek Falls waterfall

Crow Creek Falls

41.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cascade

Are there free waterfalls near Cascade?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Cascade, including Big Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cascade?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Cascade, including Big Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cascade?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cascade, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cascade?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cascade, including Big Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cascade?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cascade is Big Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cascade?

The tallest waterfall near Cascade is Rainbow Falls at 47 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cascade?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Cascade have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cascade?

The closest waterfall to Cascade is Castner Falls, approximately 10.1 miles away.

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