Waterfall Hikes Near Council, ID

655 residents
Boise Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Council? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Council. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 44.7328°N, -116.4376°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Council

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

5 of 7 waterfalls near Council are flowing strongly today

Bear Creek Falls Strong Rush Falls Strong Wildhorse Falls Strong East Fork Falls Strong Imnaha Falls Strong Hazard Falls Moderate Lost Creek Falls Low

Updated 23 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 74°F

Tod 74°F Sunny Best
Sun 75°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Lab 64°F Rain Showers
Tue 74°F Sunny
Wed 80°F Sunny
Thu 81°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Council

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bear Creek Falls Strong · 65 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Rush Falls Strong · 65 cfs 83rd percentile
  3. 3 Wildhorse Falls Strong · 65 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 East Fork Falls Strong · 15 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 Imnaha Falls Strong · 15 cfs 81st percentile
  6. 6 Hazard Falls Moderate · 152 cfs 46th percentile

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

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

Lost Creek Falls waterfall

Lost Creek Falls

37.4 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Wildhorse Falls waterfall

Wildhorse Falls

21.8 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bear Creek Falls waterfall

Bear Creek Falls

23.3 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Hazard Falls waterfall

Hazard Falls

12.6 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
East Fork Falls waterfall

East Fork Falls

17.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Council

Lost Creek Falls waterfall

Lost Creek Falls

37.4 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rush Falls waterfall

Rush Falls

25.5 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
3.0 miles 450 ft
Wildhorse Falls waterfall

Wildhorse Falls

21.8 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bear Creek Falls waterfall

Bear Creek Falls

23.3 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Hazard Falls waterfall

Hazard Falls

12.6 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
East Fork Falls waterfall

East Fork Falls

17.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Imnaha Falls waterfall

Imnaha Falls

11.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Council

Are there free waterfalls near Council?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Council, including Bear Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Council?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Council, including Bear Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Council?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Council, including Bear Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Council?

The shortest waterfall hike near Council is Bear Creek Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Council require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Council requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Council?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Council have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Council?

The closest waterfall to Council is Lost Creek Falls, approximately 9.7 miles away.

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Arling Hot Spring

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