Waterfall Hikes Near Columbia Falls, MT

5,435 residents
Denver Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Columbia Falls? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Columbia Falls. 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 48.3708°N, -114.1902°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Columbia Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

46 of 46 gauged

44 of 46 waterfalls near Columbia Falls are flowing strongly today

Akaiyan Falls Roaring Beaver Chief Falls Roaring Beaver Medicine Falls Roaring Feather Woman Falls Roaring McDonald Falls Roaring Sacred Dancing Cascade Roaring Apikuni Falls Roaring Atsina Falls Roaring Baring Falls Roaring Bird Woman Falls Roaring Dawn Mist Falls Roaring Deadwood Falls Roaring Feather Plume Falls Roaring Florence Falls Roaring Grinnell Falls Roaring Gros Ventre Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Roaring Hole-in-the Wall Falls Roaring Ipasha Falls Roaring Miche Wabun Falls Roaring Mokowanis Cascade Roaring Monument Falls Roaring Morning Eagle Falls Roaring Oberlin Falls Roaring Paiota Falls Roaring Piegan Falls Roaring Ptarmigan Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Raven Quiver Falls Roaring Redrock Falls Roaring Saint Mary Falls Roaring Salamander Falls Roaring Siksika Falls Roaring White Quiver Falls Roaring Virginia Falls Roaring Thunderbird Falls Roaring Swiftcurrent Falls Roaring Appistoki Falls Roaring Dawson Falls Roaring Rockwell Falls Roaring Running Eagle Falls Roaring Two Medicine Falls Roaring Twin Falls Roaring Atlantic Falls Roaring Mud Creek Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Partly Sunny · 56°F

Tod 56°F Partly Sunny Best
Fri 57°F Chance Light Rain
Sat 51°F Light Rain Likely then Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 52°F Chance Rain And Snow then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 59°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 61°F Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain
Wed 65°F Chance Light Rain

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Columbia Falls (9 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Columbia Falls (9 waterfalls)

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

Beaver Medicine Falls waterfall

Beaver Medicine Falls

31.8 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Akaiyan Falls waterfall

Akaiyan Falls

In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Columbia Falls

McDonald Falls waterfall

McDonald Falls

In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sacred Dancing Cascade waterfall

Sacred Dancing Cascade

41 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Medicine Falls waterfall

Beaver Medicine Falls

31.8 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Beaver Chief Falls waterfall

Beaver Chief Falls

In Glacier National Park
Montana
Hard
20.0 miles 3 ft
Akaiyan Falls waterfall

Akaiyan Falls

In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Feather Woman Falls waterfall

Feather Woman Falls

31.6 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Hard
7.6 miles 1,600 ft
Martin Falls waterfall

Martin Falls

Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Monument Falls waterfall

Monument Falls

In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
6.0 miles 800 ft
Siksika Falls waterfall

Siksika Falls

28 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hole-in-the Wall Falls waterfall

Hole-in-the Wall Falls

In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
6.0 miles 800 ft
Thunderbird Falls waterfall

Thunderbird Falls

47.9 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Florence Falls waterfall

Florence Falls

In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bird Woman Falls waterfall

Bird Woman Falls

In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Oberlin Falls waterfall

Oberlin Falls

In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rockwell Falls waterfall

Rockwell Falls

4.4 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
6.6 miles 300 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

4.2 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Easy
3.6 miles 300 ft
Deadwood Falls waterfall

Deadwood Falls

In Glacier National Park
Montana
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft
Salamander Falls waterfall

Salamander Falls

2.8 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Piegan Falls waterfall

Piegan Falls

3.8 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Virginia Falls waterfall

Virginia Falls

38.6 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
3.6 miles 525 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Columbia Falls

Are there free waterfalls near Columbia Falls?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Columbia Falls, including Akaiyan Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Columbia Falls?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Columbia Falls, including Appistoki Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Columbia Falls?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Columbia Falls, including Akaiyan Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbia Falls?

There are 36 kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbia Falls, including Akaiyan Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Columbia Falls?

The shortest waterfall hike near Columbia Falls is Akaiyan Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Columbia Falls?

The tallest waterfall near Columbia Falls is Bird Woman Falls at 492 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Columbia Falls require permits?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Columbia Falls require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Columbia Falls?

Yes, 46 waterfalls near Columbia Falls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Columbia Falls?

The closest waterfall to Columbia Falls is McDonald Falls, approximately 27.0 miles away.

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