Waterfall Hikes Near Clayton, ID

15 residents
Boise Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Clayton? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Clayton. These trails range from hard to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 44.2591°N, -114.3880°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Clayton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

6 of 7 waterfalls near Clayton are flowing strongly today

Baron Creek Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Strong Fern Falls Strong Goat Falls Strong Lady Face Falls Strong Smith Falls Strong Tappan Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Rain Showers Likely · 58°F

Aft 59°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 50°F Rain And Snow Showers then Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 58°F Rain Showers Likely Best
Tue 64°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 68°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 72°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 70°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Clayton

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Baron Creek Falls Strong · 330 cfs 81st percentile
  2. 2 Bridal Veil Falls Strong · 330 cfs 81st percentile
  3. 3 Fern Falls Strong · 330 cfs 81st percentile
  4. 4 Goat Falls Strong · 330 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 Lady Face Falls Strong · 330 cfs 81st percentile
  6. 6 Smith Falls Strong · 330 cfs 81st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Clayton (6 waterfalls)

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

Goat Falls waterfall

Goat Falls

10 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lady Face Falls waterfall

Lady Face Falls

7.5 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

7.4 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Baron Creek Falls waterfall

Baron Creek Falls

9.8 miles away
Idaho
Hard
10.0 miles 2 ft
Smith Falls waterfall

Smith Falls

14.9 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

15.4 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Clayton

Goat Falls waterfall

Goat Falls

10 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lady Face Falls waterfall

Lady Face Falls

7.5 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

7.4 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Baron Creek Falls waterfall

Baron Creek Falls

9.8 miles away
Idaho
Hard
10.0 miles 2 ft
Smith Falls waterfall

Smith Falls

14.9 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

15.4 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Tappan Falls waterfall

Tappan Falls

40.3 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Clayton

Are there free waterfalls near Clayton?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Clayton, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Clayton?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Clayton, including Baron Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Clayton?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Clayton, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Clayton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Clayton is Baron Creek Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Clayton require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Clayton require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Clayton?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Clayton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Clayton?

The closest waterfall to Clayton is Goat Falls, approximately 30.7 miles away.

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