Waterfall Hikes Near Cottonwood, ID

1,243 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cottonwood? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cottonwood. 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 46.0510°N, -116.3498°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cottonwood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Cottonwood have live flow data today

Bull Run Creek Falls Barely Flowing Elk Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hazard Falls Barely Flowing Selway Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 83°F

Wed 86°F Areas Of Smoke
Thu 91°F Areas Of Smoke
Fri 93°F Sunny
Sat 90°F Sunny
Sun 85°F Sunny
Mon 83°F Sunny Best
Tue 83°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Cottonwood

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Hazard Falls Barely Flowing · 183 cfs 5th percentile
  2. 2 Bull Run Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 1840 cfs 1st percentile
  3. 3 Elk Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 1840 cfs 1st percentile
  4. 4 Selway Falls Barely Flowing · 893 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cottonwood (4 waterfalls)

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

Bull Run Creek Falls

34.9 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Elk Creek Falls waterfall

Elk Creek Falls

39.6 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft
Selway Falls waterfall

Selway Falls

30.3 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hazard Falls waterfall

Hazard Falls

44.3 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Cottonwood

Bull Run Creek Falls

34.9 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Elk Creek Falls waterfall

Elk Creek Falls

39.6 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft
Selway Falls waterfall

Selway Falls

30.3 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hazard Falls waterfall

Hazard Falls

44.3 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cottonwood

Are there free waterfalls near Cottonwood?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Cottonwood, including Bull Run Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cottonwood?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cottonwood, including Bull Run Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cottonwood?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cottonwood, including Bull Run Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cottonwood?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cottonwood is Bull Run Creek Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cottonwood?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Cottonwood have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cottonwood?

The closest waterfall to Cottonwood is Bull Run Creek Falls, approximately 40 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Cottonwood, Idaho

Cook Creek Hot Spring

Cook Creek Hot Spring

30.0 mi 97°F

Cook Creek Hot Spring flows at 97 degrees Fahrenheit in the Wallowa National Forest, accessible only by a 3.5-mile hike from Co...
Riggins Hot Springs

Riggins Hot Springs

38.5 mi 106°F

Riggins Hot Springs flows at 106 degrees Fahrenheit at just 1,899 feet elevation in Valley County, one of the lowest-elevation ...

Cow Flats Hot Spring

44.5 mi 138°F

Cow Flats Hot Spring sits just 86 feet from Milner Trail in Nezperce National Forest, delivering 138-degree Fahrenheit water at...

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