Waterfall Hikes Near Pleasant Valley Colony, MT

45 residents
Denver Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pleasant Valley Colony? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pleasant Valley Colony. 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 47.3379°N, -111.0449°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pleasant Valley Colony

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

1 of 8 waterfalls near Pleasant Valley Colony is flowing strongly today

Big Falls Low Colter Falls (historical) Low Crooked Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Black Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Buffalo Falls Strong Castner Falls Barely Flowing Memorial Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 70°F

Aft 74°F Sunny
Sat 72°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 72°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 65°F Rain Showers
Tue 65°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 70°F Sunny Best
Thu 74°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Pleasant Valley Colony

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Buffalo Falls Roaring · 277 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Moderate · 3900 cfs 32nd percentile
  3. 3 Colter Falls (historical) Moderate · 3900 cfs 32nd percentile
  4. 4 Crooked Falls Moderate · 3900 cfs 32nd percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 3900 cfs 32nd percentile
  6. 6 Black Eagle Falls Barely Flowing · 3380 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pleasant Valley Colony (3 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.

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

5.3 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Black Eagle Falls waterfall

Black Eagle Falls

3 miles away
Montana
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pleasant Valley Colony (5 waterfalls)

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

Crooked Falls waterfall

Crooked Falls

0.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Pleasant Valley Colony

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

5.3 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Crooked Falls waterfall

Crooked Falls

0.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Colter Falls (historical) waterfall

Colter Falls (historical)

0.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Eagle Falls waterfall

Black Eagle Falls

3 miles away
Montana
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Castner Falls waterfall

Castner Falls

45.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Memorial Falls waterfall

Memorial Falls

31.6 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.8 miles 150 ft
Buffalo Falls waterfall

Buffalo Falls

Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pleasant Valley Colony

Are there free waterfalls near Pleasant Valley Colony?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Pleasant Valley Colony, including Big Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pleasant Valley Colony?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Pleasant Valley Colony, including Big Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pleasant Valley Colony?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pleasant Valley Colony, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pleasant Valley Colony?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pleasant Valley Colony, including Big Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pleasant Valley Colony?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pleasant Valley Colony is Big Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pleasant Valley Colony?

The tallest waterfall near Pleasant Valley Colony is Rainbow Falls at 47 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pleasant Valley Colony?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Pleasant Valley Colony have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pleasant Valley Colony?

The closest waterfall to Pleasant Valley Colony is Big Falls, approximately 14.6 miles away.

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