Waterfall Hikes Near Trout Creek, MT

298 residents
Denver Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Trout Creek strings along the Clark Fork where it widens toward Noxon, and the falls sit up the creeks on either side. Graves Creek Falls is a tenth of a mile. Vermilion and Shadow each ask half a mile. Fern Falls stretches to 2.5 miles with 400 feet of gain. Kootenai Falls, north toward Libby, rounds out the list at 1.6 miles with its swinging bridge over the river. All five take dogs, so bring yours.

Located at 47.8331°N, -115.5837°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Trout Creek

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 of 5 waterfalls near Trout Creek are flowing strongly today

Fern Falls Roaring Shadow Falls Roaring Graves Creek Falls Strong Vermilion Falls Strong Kootenai Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 69°F

Aft 69°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 77°F Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 77°F Chance Light Rain then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 69°F Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 75°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
Wed 82°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 83°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Trout Creek

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Kootenai Falls Roaring · 108 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Fern Falls Roaring · 88 cfs 94th percentile
  3. 3 Shadow Falls Roaring · 88 cfs 94th percentile
  4. 4 Graves Creek Falls Strong · 55 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Vermilion Falls Strong · 55 cfs 84th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Trout Creek (1 waterfall)

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.

Kootenai Falls waterfall

Kootenai Falls

32.8 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Trout Creek (5 waterfalls)

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

Vermilion Falls

14.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Graves Creek Falls waterfall

Graves Creek Falls

7.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Shadow Falls waterfall

Shadow Falls

44.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Trout Creek

Vermilion Falls

14.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Graves Creek Falls waterfall

Graves Creek Falls

7.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Shadow Falls waterfall

Shadow Falls

44.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kootenai Falls waterfall

Kootenai Falls

32.8 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Trout Creek

Are there free waterfalls near Trout Creek?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Trout Creek, including Fern Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Trout Creek?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Trout Creek, including Kootenai Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Trout Creek?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Trout Creek, including Fern Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Trout Creek?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Trout Creek, including Fern Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Trout Creek?

The shortest waterfall hike near Trout Creek is Fern Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Trout Creek?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Trout Creek have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Trout Creek?

The closest waterfall to Trout Creek is Vermilion Falls, approximately 11.9 miles away.

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