Waterfall Hikes Near Fairfield, MT

759 residents
Denver Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairfield? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fairfield. 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 47.6151°N, -111.9813°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairfield

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

2 of 11 waterfalls near Fairfield are flowing strongly today

Big Falls Low Colter Falls (historical) Low Crooked Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Black Eagle Falls Strong Buffalo Falls Moderate Castner Falls Moderate Cataract Falls Strong Double Falls Barely Flowing Lange Falls Barely Flowing Mill Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Sun 61°F Light Rain
Mon 59°F Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 70°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 73°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 77°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 76°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 73°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Fairfield

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Black Eagle Falls Strong · 3560 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Cataract Falls Strong · 252 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 Buffalo Falls Moderate · 173 cfs 74th percentile
  4. 4 Castner Falls Moderate · 206 cfs 64th percentile
  5. 5 Big Falls Low · 4250 cfs 24th percentile
  6. 6 Colter Falls (historical) Low · 4250 cfs 24th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fairfield (3 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.

Black Eagle Falls waterfall

Black Eagle Falls

2.5 miles away
Montana
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fairfield (5 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

5.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Fairfield

Buffalo Falls waterfall

Buffalo Falls

7.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Black Eagle Falls waterfall

Black Eagle Falls

2.5 miles away
Montana
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Castner Falls waterfall

Castner Falls

19.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Colter Falls (historical) waterfall

Colter Falls (historical)

5.3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lange Falls

40.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

5.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crooked Falls waterfall

Crooked Falls

6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

10.8 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

40.2 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

49.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Mill Falls waterfall

Mill Falls

33.7 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fairfield

Are there free waterfalls near Fairfield?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Fairfield, including Big Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fairfield?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Fairfield, including Big Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairfield?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fairfield, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairfield?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairfield, including Big Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairfield?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fairfield is Big Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fairfield?

The tallest waterfall near Fairfield is Rainbow Falls at 47 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairfield?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Fairfield have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairfield?

The closest waterfall to Fairfield is Buffalo Falls, approximately 15.4 miles away.

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