Waterfall Hikes Near Ennis, MT

736 residents
Denver Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

From Ennis, waterfall trips mean crossing the Madison Range, since most of the drops drain the Big Sky side. Ousel Falls is the reliable one over there, 1.6 miles with 250 feet of gain, dogs allowed. Pioneer Falls follows Spanish Creek 6.5 miles into the Spanish Peaks. Cedar Falls climbs 500 feet in 3 miles. S'il Vous Plait and Apex barely require leaving the car at a tenth of a mile each. Seventeen falls sit within range of the valley.

Located at 45.3462°N, -111.7319°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ennis

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

17 waterfalls near Ennis have live flow data today

Alpine Falls Barely Flowing Apex Falls Barely Flowing Arch Falls Barely Flowing Champagne Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Palisade Falls Barely Flowing Palisades Falls Barely Flowing S'il Vous Plait Falls Barely Flowing Shower Falls Barely Flowing Silken Skein Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Falls Barely Flowing Hoodoo Cascade Barely Flowing Ousel Falls Barely Flowing Pioneer Falls Barely Flowing Taylor Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Patchy Smoke · 86°F

Tue 90°F Smoke
Wed 86°F Patchy Smoke Best
Thu 77°F Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 72°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 75°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Ennis

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Alpine Falls Barely Flowing · 74 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Apex Falls Barely Flowing · 74 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Arch Falls Barely Flowing · 74 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Cedar Falls Barely Flowing · 1200 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Champagne Falls Barely Flowing · 74 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Grotto Falls Barely Flowing · 74 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ennis (5 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.

Ousel Falls waterfall

Ousel Falls

33.5 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.6 miles 250 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ennis (8 waterfalls)

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

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

39.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Pioneer Falls waterfall CC

Pioneer Falls

35.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alpine Falls waterfall

Alpine Falls

30.3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Ennis

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

39.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Pioneer Falls waterfall CC

Pioneer Falls

35.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ousel Falls waterfall

Ousel Falls

33.5 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.6 miles 250 ft

Hoodoo Cascade

22.9 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Taylor Falls waterfall

Taylor Falls

46.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alpine Falls waterfall

Alpine Falls

30.3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
S'il Vous Plait Falls waterfall

S'il Vous Plait Falls

0.1 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Apex Falls waterfall

Apex Falls

0.3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shower Falls waterfall

Shower Falls

0.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Champagne Falls waterfall CC

Champagne Falls

0.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

12.4 miles away
Montana
Easy
3.6 miles 300 ft
Arch Falls waterfall

Arch Falls

11.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Silken Skein Falls

1.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

28.6 miles away
Montana
Easy
2.4 miles 300 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

26.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Palisade Falls waterfall

Palisade Falls

25.7 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Palisades Falls waterfall

Palisades Falls

25.4 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.2 miles 250 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ennis

Are there free waterfalls near Ennis?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Ennis, including Alpine Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ennis?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Ennis, including Grotto Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ennis?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ennis, including Alpine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ennis?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ennis, including Alpine Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ennis?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ennis is Alpine Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ennis?

The tallest waterfall near Ennis is Palisades Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ennis?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Ennis have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ennis?

The closest waterfall to Ennis is Cedar Falls, approximately 14.3 miles away.

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