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

1 of 8 waterfalls near Big Stone Colony is flowing strongly today

Big Falls Moderate Colter Falls (historical) Moderate Crooked Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Black Eagle Falls Low Buffalo Falls Strong Castner Falls Low Memorial Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 68°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 57°F Rain
Mon 58°F Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 74°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny

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 Strong · 163 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Big Falls Moderate · 4320 cfs 27th percentile
  3. 3 Colter Falls (historical) Moderate · 4320 cfs 27th percentile
  4. 4 Crooked Falls Moderate · 4320 cfs 27th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 4320 cfs 27th percentile
  6. 6 Black Eagle Falls Low · 3410 cfs 10th 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

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

Buffalo Falls

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

Memorial Falls

27.4 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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