Waterfall Hikes Near Elliston, MT

223 residents
Denver Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elliston? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elliston. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 46.5587°N, -112.4639°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elliston

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Elliston is flowing strongly today

Cataract Falls Low Crow Creek Falls Moderate North Fork Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Aft 67°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 70°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 71°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 59°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 64°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
Wed 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 72°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Elliston

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Rock Creek Falls Roaring · 117 cfs 92nd percentile
  2. 2 Crow Creek Falls Moderate · 11 cfs 34th percentile
  3. 3 Cataract Falls Low · 169 cfs 20th percentile
  4. 4 Paradise Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 5th percentile
  5. 5 North Fork Falls Barely Flowing · 206 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Elliston (1 waterfall)

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.

Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

38 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Elliston (4 waterfalls)

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

Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

15.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Crow Creek Falls waterfall

Crow Creek Falls

41.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

25.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Elliston

Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

6.9 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

15.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Crow Creek Falls waterfall

Crow Creek Falls

41.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

38 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

25.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elliston

Are there free waterfalls near Elliston?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Elliston, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Elliston?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Elliston, including Cataract Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elliston?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Elliston, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elliston?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elliston, including Cataract Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elliston?

The shortest waterfall hike near Elliston is Cataract Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elliston?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Elliston have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elliston?

The closest waterfall to Elliston is Paradise Falls, approximately 9.4 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Elliston, Montana

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Broadwater (Helena) Hot Springs

Broadwater (Helena) Hot Springs

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Alhambra Hot Springs

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Deerlodge Prison Ranch Springs

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Warm Springs (State Hospital)

Warm Springs (State Hospital)

32.6 mi 172°F

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