Waterfall Hikes Near Gardiner, MT

744 residents
Denver Time Zone
57 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gardiner? There are 57 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gardiner. 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 45.0570°N, -110.7421°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gardiner

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

57 of 57 gauged

57 waterfalls near Gardiner have live flow data today

Albright Falls Barely Flowing Colonnade Falls Barely Flowing Fairy Falls Barely Flowing Fern Cascades Barely Flowing Gwinna Falls Barely Flowing Iris Falls Barely Flowing Kepler Cascades Barely Flowing Mystic Falls Barely Flowing Quiver Cascade Barely Flowing Ragged Falls Barely Flowing Wahhi Falls Barely Flowing Twister Falls Barely Flowing Tendoy Falls Barely Flowing Tempe Cascade Barely Flowing Sluiceway Falls Barely Flowing Alpine Falls Low Apex Falls Low Arch Falls Low Champagne Falls Low Grotto Falls Low Horsetail Falls Low Palisade Falls Low Palisades Falls Low S'il Vous Plait Falls Low Shower Falls Low Silken Skein Falls Low Twin Falls Low Cascade Acres Barely Flowing Lewis Falls Barely Flowing Moose Falls Barely Flowing Union Falls Barely Flowing Terraced Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Cascades of the Firehole Low Cedar Falls Barely Flowing Charlie Falls Barely Flowing Impasse Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Moderate Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River Moderate Virginia Cascade Moderate Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River Moderate Firehole Falls Low Gibbon Falls Low Hoodoo Cascade Barely Flowing Ousel Falls Barely Flowing Knowles Falls Barely Flowing Specimen Falls Barely Flowing Lost Creek Falls Barely Flowing Tower Fall Barely Flowing Osprey Falls Barely Flowing Rustic Falls Barely Flowing Wraith Falls Barely Flowing Undine Falls Barely Flowing Passage Falls Barely Flowing Pioneer Falls Barely Flowing Silver Cord Cascade Barely Flowing Taylor Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 67°F

Tod 74°F Sunny
Sat 77°F Sunny
Sun 80°F Sunny
Lab 66°F Rain Showers Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 67°F Sunny Best
Wed 73°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 73°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Gardiner

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River Moderate · 3 cfs 30th percentile
  2. 2 Virginia Cascade Moderate · 3 cfs 30th percentile
  3. 3 Crystal Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 30th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River Moderate · 3 cfs 30th percentile
  5. 5 Cascades of the Firehole Low · 195 cfs 23rd percentile
  6. 6 Gibbon Falls Low · 75 cfs 14th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gardiner (15 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.

Rustic Falls waterfall

Rustic Falls

3.3 miles away
Wyoming
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Wraith Falls waterfall

Wraith Falls

4.7 miles away
Wyoming
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft

All 57 Waterfalls Near Gardiner

Rustic Falls waterfall

Rustic Falls

3.3 miles away
Wyoming
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Knowles Falls waterfall

Knowles Falls

6.1 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Osprey Falls waterfall

Osprey Falls

2.7 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Undine Falls waterfall

Undine Falls

3.7 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wraith Falls waterfall

Wraith Falls

4.7 miles away
Wyoming
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Specimen Falls waterfall

Specimen Falls

5.9 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passage Falls waterfall

Passage Falls

21.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
5.6 miles 800 ft
Lost Creek Falls waterfall

Lost Creek Falls

10 miles away
Wyoming
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Virginia Cascade waterfall

Virginia Cascade

21.9 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gibbon Falls waterfall

Gibbon Falls

14.6 miles away
Wyoming
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Tower Fall waterfall

Tower Fall

17.7 miles away
Wyoming
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Alpine Falls waterfall

Alpine Falls

Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
S'il Vous Plait Falls waterfall

S'il Vous Plait Falls

0.9 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Apex Falls waterfall

Apex Falls

Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shower Falls waterfall

Shower Falls

18.1 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Firehole Falls waterfall

Firehole Falls

1.1 miles away
Wyoming
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

49.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Champagne Falls waterfall CC

Champagne Falls

17.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Cascades of the Firehole waterfall

Cascades of the Firehole

7.2 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Silken Skein Falls

1.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gardiner

Are there free waterfalls near Gardiner?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Gardiner, including Alpine Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gardiner?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Gardiner, including Firehole Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gardiner?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gardiner, including Alpine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gardiner?

There are 36 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gardiner, including Alpine Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Gardiner?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Gardiner, including Union Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gardiner?

The shortest waterfall hike near Gardiner is Albright Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Gardiner?

The tallest waterfall near Gardiner is Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River at 308 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Gardiner require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Gardiner require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gardiner?

Yes, 57 waterfalls near Gardiner have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gardiner?

The closest waterfall to Gardiner is Rustic Falls, approximately 6.7 miles away.

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