Waterfall Hikes Near Florence, MT

1,046 residents
Denver Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Florence? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Florence. 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 46.6345°N, -114.0813°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Florence

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 7 gauged

2 of 5 waterfalls near Florence are flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Moderate Elizabeth Falls Roaring Mission Falls Roaring Skalkaho Falls Moderate Snowshoe Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Light Rain · 61°F

Sat 64°F Areas Of Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 54°F Light Rain
Mon 61°F Light Rain Best
Tue 72°F Chance Light Rain then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 76°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Florence

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Elizabeth Falls Roaring · 134 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Mission Falls Roaring · 134 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Skalkaho Falls Moderate · 180 cfs 29th percentile
  4. 4 Boulder Falls Moderate · 215 cfs 27th percentile
  5. 5 Snowshoe Falls Barely Flowing · 5970 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Florence (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.

Skalkaho Falls waterfall

Skalkaho Falls

38.4 miles away
Montana
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

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

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

Snowshoe Falls waterfall

Snowshoe Falls

38.1 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Canyon Falls waterfall

Canyon Falls

Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Elizabeth Falls

36.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Florence

Snowshoe Falls waterfall

Snowshoe Falls

38.1 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Skalkaho Falls waterfall

Skalkaho Falls

38.4 miles away
Montana
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Canyon Falls waterfall

Canyon Falls

Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Mission Falls waterfall

Mission Falls

36.3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft

Elizabeth Falls

36.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

Montana
Moderate
3.2 miles 450 ft

Patsy Ann Falls

26.5 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Florence

Are there free waterfalls near Florence?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Florence, including Canyon Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Florence?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Florence, including Skalkaho Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Florence?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Florence, including Canyon Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Florence?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Florence, including Canyon Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Florence?

The shortest waterfall hike near Florence is Boulder Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Florence require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Florence?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Florence have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Florence?

The closest waterfall to Florence is Snowshoe Falls, approximately 22.7 miles away.

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