Waterfall Hikes Near Cooke City, MT

83 residents
Denver Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cooke City? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cooke City. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.0187°N, -109.9119°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cooke City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 24 gauged

4 of 23 waterfalls near Cooke City are flowing strongly today

Big Creek Falls Low Bridal Veil Falls Low Sweetwater Creek Falls Low Calamity Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Charlie Falls Strong Impasse Falls Strong Woodbine Falls Strong Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River Barely Flowing Virginia Cascade Barely Flowing Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River Barely Flowing Knowles Falls Barely Flowing Specimen Falls Barely Flowing Lost Creek Falls Barely Flowing Tower Fall Barely Flowing Osprey Falls Moderate Rustic Falls Moderate Wraith Falls Moderate Undine Falls Moderate Passage Falls Barely Flowing Sentinel Falls Moderate Silver Cord Cascade Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 57°F

Wed 68°F Isolated Rain Showers then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 60°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 67°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 53°F Rain Showers
Sun 43°F Snow Showers
Mon 47°F Chance Snow Showers
Tue 57°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Cooke City

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Silver Cord Cascade Roaring · 3350 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Woodbine Falls Strong · 196 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Charlie Falls Strong · 196 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Impasse Falls Strong · 196 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Sentinel Falls Moderate · 259 cfs 72nd percentile
  6. 6 Calamity Falls Moderate · 414 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cooke City (6 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.

Woodbine Falls waterfall

Woodbine Falls

26.2 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cooke City (8 waterfalls)

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

Impasse Falls

43.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beartooth Falls waterfall

Beartooth Falls

29.8 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Calamity Falls waterfall

Calamity Falls

0.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Cooke City

Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

39.6 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River waterfall

Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River

39.8 miles away
Wyoming
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Virginia Cascade waterfall

Virginia Cascade

46 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

12.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cooke City

Are there free waterfalls near Cooke City?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Cooke City, including Beartooth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cooke City?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Cooke City, including Lost Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cooke City?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cooke City, including Beartooth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cooke City?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cooke City, including Beartooth Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cooke City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cooke City is Beartooth Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cooke City?

The tallest waterfall near Cooke City is Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River at 308 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Cooke City require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cooke City?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Cooke City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cooke City?

The closest waterfall to Cooke City is Impasse Falls, approximately 12 miles away.

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