Waterfall Hikes Near Alta, WY

581 residents
Denver Time Zone
48 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Alta? There are 48 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Alta. 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 43.7737°N, -111.0312°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Alta

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 48 gauged

45 waterfalls near Alta have live flow data today

Albright Falls Low Colonnade Falls Low Dunanda Falls Low Fairy Falls Low Fern Cascades Low Gwinna Falls Low Iris Falls Low Kepler Cascades Low Mystic Falls Low Ouzel Falls Low Quiver Cascade Low Ragged Falls Low Silver Scarf Falls Low Wahhi Falls Low Twister Falls Low Tendoy Falls Low Tempe Cascade Low Sluiceway Falls Low Bannock Falls Moderate Broken Falls Moderate Cleft Falls Moderate Glacier Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Moderate Ribbon Cascade Moderate Shoshoko Falls Moderate Spalding Falls Moderate Bechler Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Acres Barely Flowing Cave Falls Barely Flowing Lewis Falls Barely Flowing Moose Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Union Falls Barely Flowing Terraced Falls Barely Flowing Brooks Lake Creek Falls Barely Flowing Columbine Cascade Moderate Wilderness Falls Moderate Fall Creek Falls Moderate Firehole Falls Low Granite Falls Barely Flowing Lower Mesa Falls Moderate Sheep Falls Barely Flowing Upper Mesa Falls Barely Flowing Sheep Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Smoke · 85°F

Tue 85°F Smoke Best
Wed 81°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 73°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 69°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 72°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 76°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 77°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Alta

Updated 43 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Mesa Falls Strong · 226 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Columbine Cascade Moderate · 4950 cfs 61st percentile
  3. 3 Wilderness Falls Moderate · 4950 cfs 61st percentile
  4. 4 Glacier Falls Moderate · 5310 cfs 42nd percentile
  5. 5 Ribbon Cascade Moderate · 5310 cfs 42nd percentile
  6. 6 Shoshoko Falls Moderate · 5310 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Alta (10 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 Alta (13 waterfalls)

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

Cleft Falls waterfall

Cleft Falls

11.8 miles away
In Grand Teton National Park
Wyoming
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 48 Waterfalls Near Alta

Fairy Falls waterfall

Fairy Falls

16.7 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
5.0 miles 150 ft
Granite Falls waterfall

Granite Falls

36.6 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Fork Falls waterfall

South Fork Falls

Wyoming
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Brooks Lake Creek Falls waterfall

Brooks Lake Creek Falls

43.3 miles away
Wyoming
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Cascades of the Firehole waterfall

Cascades of the Firehole

31.5 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

9 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Firehole Falls waterfall

Firehole Falls

26 miles away
Wyoming
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

29.8 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Alta

Are there free waterfalls near Alta?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Alta, including Bannock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Alta?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Alta, including Bannock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Alta?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Alta, including Bannock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Alta?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near Alta, including Bannock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Alta?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Alta, including Dunanda Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Alta?

The shortest waterfall hike near Alta is Albright Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Alta?

The tallest waterfall near Alta is Union Falls at 260 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Alta require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Alta require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Alta?

Yes, 48 waterfalls near Alta have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Alta?

The closest waterfall to Alta is Hidden Falls, approximately 12 miles away.

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