Waterfall Hikes Near West Kootenai, MT

189 residents
Denver Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Kootenai? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Kootenai. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 48.9652°N, -115.2213°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Kootenai

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

5 of 15 waterfalls near West Kootenai are flowing strongly today

Copper Falls Strong Hole-in-the Wall Falls Roaring Kootenai Falls Roaring Yaak Falls Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Little North Fork Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Pinkham Falls Moderate Turner Falls Moderate Sutton Creek Falls Moderate Tenmile Falls Barely Flowing Cliff Lake Falls Moderate Upper Morrissey Falls Moderate Matheson Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 67°F

Aft 67°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 71°F Chance Light Rain then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 71°F Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Lab 67°F Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 69°F Chance Light Rain
Wed 76°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 77°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near West Kootenai

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Hole-in-the Wall Falls Roaring · 57 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Kootenai Falls Roaring · 106 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Yaak Falls Roaring · 106 cfs 98th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Falls Roaring · 106 cfs 98th percentile
  5. 5 Copper Falls Strong · 69 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 Little North Fork Falls Moderate · 86 cfs 56th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Kootenai (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Kootenai (8 waterfalls)

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

Pinkham Falls waterfall

Pinkham Falls

Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little North Fork Falls waterfall

Little North Fork Falls

25.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Tenmile Falls

27.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Turner Falls waterfall

Turner Falls

8.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near West Kootenai

Pinkham Falls waterfall

Pinkham Falls

Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sutton Creek Falls

28.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little North Fork Falls waterfall

Little North Fork Falls

25.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Tenmile Falls

27.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Turner Falls waterfall

Turner Falls

8.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

32 miles away
Montana
Moderate
0.7 miles 500 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

30.3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Upper Morrissey Falls

66.2 km away
British Columbia
Easy
0.8 km Unknown

Matheson Falls

58.2 km away
British Columbia
Easy
1.3 km 48 m
Copper Falls waterfall

Copper Falls

Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cliff Lake Falls waterfall

Cliff Lake Falls

79.1 km away
British Columbia
Hard
5.0 km 483 m
Martin Falls waterfall

Martin Falls

32.9 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Yaak Falls waterfall

Yaak Falls

37.1 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kootenai Falls waterfall

Kootenai Falls

32.8 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Hole-in-the Wall Falls waterfall

Hole-in-the Wall Falls

46.9 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
6.0 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Kootenai

Are there free waterfalls near West Kootenai?

There are 11 free waterfalls near West Kootenai, including Cliff Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Kootenai?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near West Kootenai, including Kootenai Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Kootenai?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Kootenai, including Copper Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Kootenai?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Kootenai, including Copper Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Kootenai?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Kootenai is Cliff Lake Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near West Kootenai?

The tallest waterfall near West Kootenai is Lower Falls at 308 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Kootenai?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near West Kootenai have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Kootenai?

The closest waterfall to West Kootenai is Pinkham Falls, approximately 8.3 miles away.

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