Waterfall Hikes Near Big Stone Colony, MT

31 residents
Denver Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Big Stone Colony? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Big Stone Colony. 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 47.4001°N, -111.2092°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Big Stone Colony

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

8 waterfalls near Big Stone Colony have live flow data today

Big Falls Low Colter Falls (historical) Low Crooked Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Black Eagle Falls Low Buffalo Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Tue 86°F Areas Of Smoke
Wed 78°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 72°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 69°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 83°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Big Stone Colony

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Buffalo Falls Moderate · 145 cfs 59th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Low · 3870 cfs 21st percentile
  3. 3 Colter Falls (historical) Low · 3870 cfs 21st percentile
  4. 4 Crooked Falls Low · 3870 cfs 21st percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Low · 3870 cfs 21st percentile
  6. 6 Black Eagle Falls Low · 3120 cfs 18th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Big Stone Colony (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.

Black Eagle Falls waterfall

Black Eagle Falls

2.5 miles away
Montana
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

10.8 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Big Stone Colony (5 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

5.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crooked Falls waterfall

Crooked Falls

6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Big Stone Colony

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

5.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Colter Falls (historical) waterfall

Colter Falls (historical)

5.3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crooked Falls waterfall

Crooked Falls

6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Eagle Falls waterfall

Black Eagle Falls

2.5 miles away
Montana
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

10.8 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Castner Falls waterfall

Castner Falls

45.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buffalo Falls waterfall

Buffalo Falls

46.9 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Memorial Falls waterfall

Memorial Falls

50 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.8 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Big Stone Colony

Are there free waterfalls near Big Stone Colony?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Big Stone Colony, including Big Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Big Stone Colony?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Big Stone Colony, including Big Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Big Stone Colony?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Big Stone Colony, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Big Stone Colony?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Big Stone Colony, including Big Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Big Stone Colony?

The shortest waterfall hike near Big Stone Colony is Big Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Big Stone Colony?

The tallest waterfall near Big Stone Colony is Rainbow Falls at 47 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Big Stone Colony?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Big Stone Colony have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Big Stone Colony?

The closest waterfall to Big Stone Colony is Rainbow Falls, approximately 6.7 miles away.

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