Waterfall Hikes Near Athol, ID

790 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Athol? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Athol. 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 47.9469°N, -116.7079°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Athol

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 12 gauged

5 of 11 waterfalls near Athol are flowing strongly today

Albeni Falls Strong Char Falls Moderate Fern Falls Roaring Shadow Falls Roaring Hn(wa'(we'elshn (historical) Roaring Kalispell Falls Moderate McAbee Falls Low Torrelle Falls Low Mission Falls Moderate Nine Mile Falls Roaring Snow Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Tue 68°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Wed 73°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 74°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 77°F Mostly Sunny
Ind 81°F Sunny
Sun 84°F Sunny
Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Athol

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Fern Falls Roaring · 169 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Hn(wa'(we'elshn (historical) Roaring · 2490 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Shadow Falls Roaring · 169 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Nine Mile Falls Roaring · 2670 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Albeni Falls Strong · 36500 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Mission Falls Moderate · 526 cfs 62nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Athol (2 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.

Albeni Falls waterfall

Albeni Falls

Idaho
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Athol (8 waterfalls)

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

Shadow Falls waterfall

Shadow Falls

20.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

45.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Athol

McAbee Falls

48.5 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Albeni Falls waterfall

Albeni Falls

Idaho
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Torrelle Falls

7 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mission Falls waterfall

Mission Falls

40.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Shadow Falls waterfall

Shadow Falls

20.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

45.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Grouse Creek Falls waterfall

Grouse Creek Falls

34.5 miles away
Idaho
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Hn(wa'(we'elshn (historical)

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Char Falls waterfall

Char Falls

20 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nine Mile Falls waterfall

Nine Mile Falls

33.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

36.1 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Kalispell Falls waterfall

Kalispell Falls

23.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Athol

Are there free waterfalls near Athol?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Athol, including Albeni Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Athol?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Athol, including Albeni Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Athol?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Athol, including Albeni Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Athol?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Athol, including Albeni Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Athol?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Athol, including Grouse Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Athol?

The shortest waterfall hike near Athol is Albeni Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Athol?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Athol have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Athol?

The closest waterfall to Athol is McAbee Falls, approximately 23.4 miles away.

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