Waterfall Hikes Near Riceville, MT

5 residents
Denver Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Riceville? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Riceville. 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 47.2202°N, -110.9262°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Riceville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

1 of 8 waterfalls near Riceville 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 about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Aft 73°F Sunny
Sat 71°F Sunny
Sun 72°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 63°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 64°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 74°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Riceville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Buffalo Falls Strong · 266 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Low · 3840 cfs 11th percentile
  3. 3 Colter Falls (historical) Low · 3840 cfs 11th percentile
  4. 4 Crooked Falls Low · 3840 cfs 11th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Low · 3840 cfs 11th percentile
  6. 6 Black Eagle Falls Barely Flowing · 3380 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Riceville (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.

Memorial Falls waterfall

Memorial Falls

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

Big Falls

5.3 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Riceville (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 Riceville

Memorial Falls waterfall

Memorial Falls

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

Castner Falls

45.2 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
Buffalo Falls waterfall

Buffalo Falls

Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Riceville

Are there free waterfalls near Riceville?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Riceville, including Big Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Riceville?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Riceville, including Big Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Riceville?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Riceville, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Riceville?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Riceville, including Big Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Riceville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Riceville is Big Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Riceville?

The tallest waterfall near Riceville is Rainbow Falls at 47 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Riceville?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Riceville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Riceville?

The closest waterfall to Riceville is Memorial Falls, approximately 24.8 miles away.

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