Waterfall Hikes Near Craig, MT

39 residents
Denver Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Craig? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Craig. 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 47.0745°N, -111.9644°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Craig

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

5 of 7 waterfalls near Craig are flowing strongly today

Buffalo Falls Strong Castner Falls Roaring Cataract Falls Roaring Crow Creek Falls Moderate Double Falls Roaring North Fork Falls Strong Paradise Falls Moderate

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Wed 76°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 81°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 85°F Sunny
Sun 88°F Sunny
Mon 88°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Craig

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Castner Falls Roaring · 1280 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Cataract Falls Roaring · 1090 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Double Falls Roaring · 1510 cfs 98th percentile
  4. 4 North Fork Falls Strong · 894 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Buffalo Falls Strong · 293 cfs 78th percentile
  6. 6 Paradise Falls Moderate · 34 cfs 70th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Craig (1 waterfall)

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.

Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

40.2 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Craig (3 waterfalls)

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

Crow Creek Falls waterfall

Crow Creek Falls

20.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

45.7 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Craig

Buffalo Falls waterfall

Buffalo Falls

7.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Castner Falls waterfall

Castner Falls

19.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

18.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

40.2 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Crow Creek Falls waterfall

Crow Creek Falls

20.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

45.7 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

49.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Craig

Are there free waterfalls near Craig?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Craig, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Craig?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Craig, including Cataract Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Craig?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Craig, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Craig?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Craig, including Cataract Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Craig?

The shortest waterfall hike near Craig is Buffalo Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Craig?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Craig have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Craig?

The closest waterfall to Craig is Buffalo Falls, approximately 16.5 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Craig, Montana

Broadwater (Helena) Hot Springs

Broadwater (Helena) Hot Springs

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