Waterfall Hikes Near Kootenai, ID

1,152 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kootenai? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kootenai. 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 48.3118°N, -116.5172°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kootenai

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 21 gauged

3 of 20 waterfalls near Kootenai are flowing strongly today

Albeni Falls Moderate Caribou Falls Moderate Smith Falls Moderate Char Falls Roaring Copper Falls Moderate Fern Falls Strong Shadow Falls Strong Granite Falls Moderate Kalispell Falls Moderate LaSota Falls Moderate Kootenai Falls Moderate Yaak Falls Moderate McAbee Falls Moderate Torrelle Falls Moderate Mission Falls Barely Flowing Moyie Falls Barely Flowing Snow Creek Falls Barely Flowing Corn Creek Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 71°F

Aft 71°F Sunny Best
Sun 71°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 62°F Rain Showers Likely
Tue 68°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Wed 74°F Sunny
Thu 75°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 70°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Kootenai

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Char Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Fern Falls Strong · 83 cfs 77th percentile
  3. 3 Shadow Falls Strong · 83 cfs 77th percentile
  4. 4 Smith Falls Moderate · 26 cfs 73rd percentile
  5. 5 Caribou Falls Moderate · 26 cfs 73rd percentile
  6. 6 Copper Falls Moderate · 69 cfs 73rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kootenai (6 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.

Grouse Creek Falls waterfall

Grouse Creek Falls

22.2 miles away
Idaho
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Kootenai (13 waterfalls)

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

Char Falls waterfall

Char Falls

Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

41.4 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Kootenai

Copper Falls waterfall

Copper Falls

Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kootenai

Are there free waterfalls near Kootenai?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Kootenai, including Albeni Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kootenai?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Kootenai, including Albeni Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kootenai?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kootenai, including Albeni Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kootenai?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kootenai, including Albeni Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Kootenai?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Kootenai, including Grouse Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kootenai?

The shortest waterfall hike near Kootenai is Albeni Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kootenai?

Yes, 21 waterfalls near Kootenai have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kootenai?

The closest waterfall to Kootenai is Grouse Creek Falls, approximately 14.7 miles away.

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