Waterfall Hikes Near Butte, MT

34,638 residents
Denver Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Butte? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Butte. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.9020°N, -112.6571°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Butte

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

1 of 3 waterfalls near Butte is flowing strongly today

Pintler Falls Low Star Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 62°F

Sat 54°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 46°F Rain And Snow
Mon 51°F Light Rain
Tue 62°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Wed 66°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 71°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 71°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Butte

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rock Creek Falls Roaring · 111 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Pintler Falls Low · 197 cfs 15th percentile
  3. 3 Star Falls Low · 197 cfs 15th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Butte (2 waterfalls)

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

Pintler Falls

22.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

37.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Butte

Pintler Falls

22.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

37.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Star Falls waterfall CC

Star Falls

18.7 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Butte

Are there free waterfalls near Butte?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Butte, including Pintler Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Butte?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Butte, including Pintler Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Butte?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Butte, including Pintler Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Butte?

The shortest waterfall hike near Butte is Pintler Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Butte?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Butte have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Butte?

The closest waterfall to Butte is Pintler Falls, approximately 35.4 miles away.

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Silver Star Hot Springs

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