Waterfall Hikes Near Cascade, ID

1,197 residents
Boise Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cascade? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cascade. 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 44.5087°N, -116.0425°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cascade

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

2 of 8 waterfalls near Cascade are flowing strongly today

Big Falls Low Little Falls Low Dagger Falls Strong Velvet Falls Strong Hazard Falls Moderate Lost Creek Falls Barely Flowing Rush Falls Barely Flowing Wildhorse Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Fri 71°F Areas Of Fog
Sat 75°F Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Mon 78°F Partly Sunny
Tue 74°F Areas Of Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Thu 75°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Cascade

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Dagger Falls Strong · 673 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Velvet Falls Strong · 673 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Hazard Falls Moderate · 170 cfs 59th percentile
  4. 4 Big Falls Low · 423 cfs 16th percentile
  5. 5 Little Falls Low · 423 cfs 16th percentile
  6. 6 Lost Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 56 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cascade (5 waterfalls)

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

Dagger Falls waterfall

Dagger Falls

49.3 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lost Creek Falls waterfall

Lost Creek Falls

14.9 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Cascade

Dagger Falls waterfall

Dagger Falls

49.3 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Velvet Falls waterfall

Velvet Falls

36 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lost Creek Falls waterfall

Lost Creek Falls

14.9 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rush Falls waterfall

Rush Falls

11.8 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
3.0 miles 450 ft
Hazard Falls waterfall

Hazard Falls

13.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Wildhorse Falls waterfall

Wildhorse Falls

22.1 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cascade

Are there free waterfalls near Cascade?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Cascade, including Big Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cascade?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cascade?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cascade?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cascade is Big Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Cascade require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Cascade requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cascade?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Cascade have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cascade?

The closest waterfall to Cascade is Dagger Falls, approximately 33 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Cascade, Idaho

Belvidere Hot Spring

Belvidere Hot Spring

2.4 mi 111°F

Belvidere Hot Spring emerges at 111 degrees Fahrenheit along Cabarton Road in Valley County, a short 650-foot walk from the roa...

Cabarton Hot Spring

5.0 mi 160°F

Cabarton Hot Spring pushes out 160-degree Fahrenheit water in Valley County near Cascade, making it one of the hotter springs i...

Arling Hot Spring

6.5 mi 90°F

Arling Hot Spring surfaces at 90 degrees Fahrenheit near Cascade, Idaho, placing it on the cooler end of the thermal spectrum. ...

Cascade Reservoir Hot Spring

6.6 mi

Cascade Reservoir Hot Spring requires a nearly two-mile hike across Bureau of Reclamation land at 4,820 feet elevation in Valle...

Badley Warm Spring

7.9 mi 100°F

Badley Warm Spring holds steady at 100 degrees Fahrenheit in Valley County, hitting the threshold where warm becomes genuinely ...

Gold Fork Hot Spring

12.4 mi 127°F

Gold Fork Hot Spring delivers 127°F water just steps from the road at 4,960 feet in Valley County, combining easy access with g...

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