Waterfall Hikes Near Columbia Falls, MT

5,435 residents
Denver Time Zone
52 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Columbia Falls sits at the west entrance to Glacier, which puts fifty-two falls inside the radius. McDonald Falls runs beside Going-to-the-Sun Road about six tenths of a mile from the pullout. Sacred Dancing Cascade is a hundred yards off the same road. Beaver Chief Falls sits twenty miles back in the interior and takes an overnight. Most of these run hardest in June while the snow comes off.

Located at 48.3708°N, -114.1902°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Columbia Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

52 of 52 gauged

37 of 52 waterfalls near Columbia Falls are flowing strongly today

Akaiyan Falls Strong Beaver Chief Falls Strong Beaver Medicine Falls Strong Feather Woman Falls Strong McDonald Falls Strong Sacred Dancing Cascade Strong Apikuni Falls Roaring Atsina Falls Roaring Baring Falls Roaring Bird Woman Falls Roaring Dawn Mist Falls Roaring Deadwood Falls Roaring Feather Plume Falls Roaring Florence Falls Roaring Grinnell Falls Roaring Gros Ventre Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Roaring Hole-in-the Wall Falls Roaring Ipasha Falls Roaring Miche Wabun Falls Roaring Mokowanis Cascade Roaring Monument Falls Roaring Morning Eagle Falls Roaring Oberlin Falls Roaring Paiota Falls Roaring Piegan Falls Roaring Ptarmigan Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Raven Quiver Falls Roaring Redrock Falls Roaring Saint Mary Falls Roaring Salamander Falls Roaring Siksika Falls Roaring White Quiver Falls Roaring Virginia Falls Roaring Thunderbird Falls Roaring Swiftcurrent Falls Roaring Appistoki Falls Moderate Dawson Falls Moderate Rockwell Falls Moderate Running Eagle Falls Moderate Two Medicine Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Atlantic Falls Moderate Mud Creek Falls Moderate Cameron Falls Low Lower Bertha Falls Low Upper Bertha Falls Low Lineham Falls Low Forum Falls Low Drywood Falls Moderate

Updated 30 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Tod 64°F Chance Light Rain then Areas Of Fog
Sat 66°F Light Rain Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 68°F Chance Light Rain
Lab 62°F Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 64°F Chance Light Rain
Wed 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 71°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Columbia Falls

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Raven Quiver Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Ptarmigan Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Piegan Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 95th percentile
  5. 5 Paiota Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 95th percentile
  6. 6 Oberlin Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 95th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Columbia Falls (11 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Columbia Falls (10 waterfalls)

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Beaver Medicine Falls waterfall

Beaver Medicine Falls

32.7 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Akaiyan Falls waterfall

Akaiyan Falls

33.8 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 52 Waterfalls Near Columbia Falls

McDonald Falls waterfall

McDonald Falls

37.1 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sacred Dancing Cascade waterfall

Sacred Dancing Cascade

36.7 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Medicine Falls waterfall

Beaver Medicine Falls

32.7 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Beaver Chief Falls waterfall

Beaver Chief Falls

33.6 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Hard
20.0 miles 3 ft
Akaiyan Falls waterfall

Akaiyan Falls

33.8 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Feather Woman Falls waterfall

Feather Woman Falls

33.9 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Hard
7.6 miles 1,600 ft
Martin Falls waterfall

Martin Falls

32.9 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Monument Falls waterfall

Monument Falls

36 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
6.0 miles 800 ft
Siksika Falls waterfall

Siksika Falls

38.1 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hole-in-the Wall Falls waterfall

Hole-in-the Wall Falls

46.9 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
6.0 miles 800 ft
Thunderbird Falls waterfall

Thunderbird Falls

2.5 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Florence Falls waterfall

Florence Falls

39.4 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bird Woman Falls waterfall

Bird Woman Falls

31 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Oberlin Falls waterfall

Oberlin Falls

29.5 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Forum Falls

5 km away
British Columbia
Easy
5.6 km 138 m
Rockwell Falls waterfall

Rockwell Falls

In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
6.6 miles 300 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

49.7 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Easy
3.6 miles 300 ft
Deadwood Falls waterfall

Deadwood Falls

1.3 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft
Salamander Falls waterfall

Salamander Falls

36.2 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Piegan Falls waterfall

Piegan Falls

2.4 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Columbia Falls

Are there free waterfalls near Columbia Falls?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Columbia Falls, including Akaiyan Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Columbia Falls?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Columbia Falls, including Appistoki Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Columbia Falls?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Columbia Falls, including Akaiyan Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbia Falls?

There are 39 kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbia Falls, including Akaiyan Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Columbia Falls?

The shortest waterfall hike near Columbia Falls is Akaiyan Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Columbia Falls?

The tallest waterfall near Columbia Falls is Bird Woman Falls at 492 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Columbia Falls require permits?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Columbia Falls require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Columbia Falls?

Yes, 52 waterfalls near Columbia Falls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Columbia Falls?

The closest waterfall to Columbia Falls is McDonald Falls, approximately 27 miles away.

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