Waterfall Hikes Near Swan Lake, MT

216 residents
Denver Time Zone
47 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Swan Lake? There are 47 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Swan Lake. 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 47.9361°N, -113.7997°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Swan Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

47 of 47 gauged

34 of 47 waterfalls near Swan Lake are flowing strongly today

Akaiyan Falls Strong Beaver Chief Falls Strong Beaver Medicine Falls Strong Feather Woman Falls Strong McDonald Falls Strong Sacred Dancing Cascade Strong Apikuni Falls Strong Atsina Falls Strong Baring Falls Strong Bird Woman Falls Strong Deadwood Falls Strong Feather Plume Falls Strong Florence Falls Strong Grinnell Falls Strong Hidden Falls Strong Ipasha Falls Strong Mokowanis Cascade Strong Monument Falls Strong Morning Eagle Falls Strong Oberlin Falls Strong Paiota Falls Strong Piegan Falls Strong Ptarmigan Falls Strong Raven Quiver Falls Strong Redrock Falls Strong Saint Mary Falls Strong Salamander Falls Strong Siksika Falls Strong White Quiver Falls Strong Virginia Falls Strong Swiftcurrent Falls Strong Appistoki Falls Moderate Dawson Falls Moderate Rockwell Falls Moderate Running Eagle Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Atlantic Falls Roaring Barrier Falls Moderate Big Salmon Falls Moderate Elizabeth Falls Moderate Mission Falls Moderate Terrace Falls Moderate Dean Falls Moderate Mill Falls Low Morrell Falls Strong Mud Creek Falls Strong Needle Falls Low

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 63°F

Aft 63°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 69°F Rain Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 69°F Chance Light Rain then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 58°F Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 62°F Chance Light Rain
Wed 70°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 72°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Swan Lake

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Atlantic Falls Roaring · 864 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Morning Eagle Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Monument Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 91st percentile
  4. 4 Mokowanis Cascade Roaring · 55 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Oberlin Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 91st percentile
  6. 6 Paiota Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 91st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Swan Lake (9 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.

Mud Creek Falls

17.6 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Swan Lake (10 waterfalls)

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

Terrace Falls waterfall

Terrace Falls

26.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Beaver Medicine Falls waterfall

Beaver Medicine Falls

32.7 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

All 47 Waterfalls Near Swan Lake

Mud Creek Falls

17.6 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Terrace Falls waterfall

Terrace Falls

26.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Dean Falls waterfall

Dean Falls

45.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Barrier Falls waterfall

Barrier Falls

Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Medicine Falls waterfall

Beaver Medicine Falls

32.7 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Big Salmon Falls

Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Chief Falls waterfall

Beaver Chief Falls

33.6 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Hard
20.0 miles 3 ft
Akaiyan Falls waterfall

Akaiyan Falls

33.8 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Feather Woman Falls waterfall

Feather Woman Falls

33.9 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Hard
7.6 miles 1,600 ft

Elizabeth Falls

18.7 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Mission Falls waterfall

Mission Falls

19.3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Monument Falls waterfall

Monument Falls

36 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
6.0 miles 800 ft
Sacred Dancing Cascade waterfall

Sacred Dancing Cascade

36.7 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
McDonald Falls waterfall

McDonald Falls

37.1 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Siksika Falls waterfall

Siksika Falls

38.1 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Florence Falls waterfall

Florence Falls

39.4 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bird Woman Falls waterfall

Bird Woman Falls

31 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Oberlin Falls waterfall

Oberlin Falls

29.5 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Needle Falls waterfall

Needle Falls

40.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Rockwell Falls waterfall

Rockwell Falls

In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
6.6 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Swan Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Swan Lake?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Swan Lake, including Akaiyan Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Swan Lake?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Swan Lake, including Appistoki Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Swan Lake?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Swan Lake, including Akaiyan Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Swan Lake?

There are 35 kid-friendly waterfalls near Swan Lake, including Akaiyan Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Swan Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Swan Lake is Akaiyan Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Swan Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Swan Lake is Bird Woman Falls at 492 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Swan Lake require permits?

Yes, 26 waterfalls near Swan Lake require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Swan Lake?

Yes, 47 waterfalls near Swan Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Swan Lake?

The closest waterfall to Swan Lake is Mud Creek Falls, approximately 24.4 miles away.

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