Waterfall Hikes Near Sun Prairie, MT

1,366 residents
Denver Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sun Prairie? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sun Prairie. 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 47.5386°N, -111.4918°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sun Prairie

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

1 of 7 waterfalls near Sun Prairie is flowing strongly today

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

Updated 43 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 75°F

Aft 78°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 76°F Sunny
Sun 76°F Mostly Cloudy
Lab 68°F Rain Showers
Tue 71°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 75°F Sunny Best
Thu 80°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Sun Prairie

Updated about 3 hours 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 Sun Prairie (2 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.

Black Eagle Falls waterfall

Black Eagle Falls

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

Big Falls

5.3 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sun Prairie (4 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crooked Falls waterfall

Crooked Falls

0.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Sun Prairie

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
Colter Falls (historical) waterfall

Colter Falls (historical)

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

Rainbow Falls

3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crooked Falls waterfall

Crooked Falls

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

Big Falls

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

Buffalo Falls

Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sun Prairie

Are there free waterfalls near Sun Prairie?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Sun Prairie, including Big Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sun Prairie?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Sun Prairie, including Big Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sun Prairie?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sun Prairie, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sun Prairie?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sun Prairie, including Big Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sun Prairie?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Sun Prairie?

The tallest waterfall near Sun Prairie is Rainbow Falls at 47 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sun Prairie?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Sun Prairie has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sun Prairie?

The closest waterfall to Sun Prairie is Black Eagle Falls, approximately 10.6 miles away.

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