Waterfall Hikes Near Wolf Creek, MT

12 residents
Denver Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Wolf Creek amounts to a bend in the road where the Missouri cuts its canyon between Helena and Great Falls, and the census counts twelve people here. Seven falls land inside the fifty-mile circle, most of them up mountain creeks. Cataract Falls is the gentle one, a mile and a half with 200 feet of gain and dogs allowed. Buffalo Falls and Paradise Falls each cover two miles with 300 feet of climb. Crow Creek Falls is the commitment at six and a half miles and 800 feet.

Located at 47.0059°N, -112.0700°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wolf Creek

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

1 of 7 waterfalls near Wolf Creek is flowing strongly today

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 75°F

Aft 75°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 75°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Sun 74°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Lab 66°F Rain Showers
Tue 70°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 75°F Sunny Best
Thu 78°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Wolf Creek

Updated about 2 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 Crow Creek Falls Moderate · 11 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Cataract Falls Low · 173 cfs 22nd percentile
  4. 4 Double Falls Barely Flowing · 183 cfs 8th percentile
  5. 5 Paradise Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 6th percentile
  6. 6 Castner Falls Barely Flowing · 75 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wolf 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.

38 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wolf Creek (3 waterfalls)

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

25.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
41.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Wolf Creek

Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
6.9 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
38 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
45.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
25.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
41.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
42.9 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wolf Creek

Are there free waterfalls near Wolf Creek?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Wolf Creek, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wolf Creek?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Wolf Creek, including Cataract Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wolf Creek?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wolf Creek, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wolf Creek?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wolf Creek, including Cataract Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wolf Creek?

The shortest waterfall hike near Wolf Creek is Buffalo Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wolf Creek?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Wolf Creek have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wolf Creek?

The closest waterfall to Wolf Creek is Buffalo Falls, approximately 24.3 miles away.

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