Waterfall Hikes Near Nelson, BC

11,779 residents

21 Waterfalls

within 80 km

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nelson? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within an 80 km radius of Nelson. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 49.4833°N, -117.2833°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Nelson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

7 of 21 waterfalls near Nelson are flowing strongly today

Granite Falls Strong Kalispell Falls Strong LaSota Falls Strong Pewee Falls Roaring Sheep Creek Falls Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Upper Priest Falls Roaring Deer Creek Falls Moderate Cayuse Creek Falls Moderate Tulip Falls Moderate Broken Falls Cascade Moderate Cottonwood Falls Moderate Priest Falls Moderate Fletcher Creek Falls Moderate Little McPhee Falls Moderate Glade Falls Moderate Meachen Creek Falls Moderate Corn Creek Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Cloudy · 18°F

Tod 18°F Cloudy Best

Sat 19°F Heavy Drizzle

Sun 24°F Light Drizzle

Mon 25°F Cloudy

Tue 25°F Cloudy

Wed 27°F Cloudy

Thu 27°F Cloudy

Flowing best right now near Nelson

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Nelson (12 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.