Waterfall Hikes Near Donnelly, ID

215 residents
Boise Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Donnelly is a wide spot in Long Valley between Cascade and McCall, and the falls around it belong to big country. Lost Creek Falls runs 2.5 miles with 300 feet of climbing, dogs welcome. Hazard and Wildhorse are each an even 2 miles. Bear Creek Falls asks more, 4.5 miles and 800 feet up. Dagger Falls on the Middle Fork of the Salmon takes a half mile of walking once you finish the long dirt road in. Velvet Falls shows a 61.8 mile trail figure because it lives deep in the Frank Church Wilderness. Nine falls make the list.

Located at 44.7351°N, -116.0788°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Donnelly

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

7 of 9 waterfalls near Donnelly are flowing strongly today

Bear Creek Falls Strong Rush Falls Strong Wildhorse Falls Strong Big Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Dagger Falls Roaring Velvet Falls Roaring Hazard Falls Moderate Lost Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 68°F

Aft 68°F Sunny Best
Sun 69°F Isolated Rain Showers then Isolated T-storms
Lab 56°F Widespread Rain Showers
Tue 69°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Wed 74°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Thu 74°F Sunny
Fri 72°F Areas Of Fog

Flowing best right now near Donnelly

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Roaring · 470 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Little Falls Roaring · 470 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Dagger Falls Roaring · 741 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Velvet Falls Roaring · 741 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Bear Creek Falls Strong · 64 cfs 82nd percentile
  6. 6 Rush Falls Strong · 64 cfs 82nd percentile

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

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Lost Creek Falls waterfall

Lost Creek Falls

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

Hazard Falls

12.6 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 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

All 9 Waterfalls Near Donnelly

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
Hazard Falls waterfall

Hazard Falls

12.6 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 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
Velvet Falls waterfall

Velvet Falls

33.6 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dagger Falls waterfall

Dagger Falls

Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

48.7 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

46.7 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Donnelly

Are there free waterfalls near Donnelly?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Donnelly, including Bear Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Donnelly?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Donnelly?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Donnelly?

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

Do any waterfalls near Donnelly require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Donnelly?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Donnelly have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Donnelly?

The closest waterfall to Donnelly is Lost Creek Falls, approximately 24.8 miles away.

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