Waterfall Hikes Near Hamilton, MT

4,806 residents

Denver Time Zone

8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Hamilton is the Bitterroot Valley's main town, with canyon trails climbing toward the peaks a short drive west. Canyon Falls gets you into that country on two miles of trail with 300 feet of gain and dogs allowed. Skalkaho Falls sprays beside the gravel highway over the pass east of town, no walking required. Snowshoe Falls runs three miles with 500 feet of climb. The long hauls live here too; Patsy Ann Falls waits 16.6 miles out, mileage most people split into an overnight.

Located at 46.2527°N, -114.1598°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hamilton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 8 gauged

6 waterfalls near Hamilton have live flow data today

Boulder Falls Moderate Overwhich Falls Moderate Pintler Falls Barely Flowing Star Falls Barely Flowing Skalkaho Falls Barely Flowing Snowshoe Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Areas Of Smoke · 86°F

Tod 88°F Areas Of Smoke

Wed 86°F Areas Of Smoke Best

Thu 80°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 77°F Areas Of Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hamilton (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

37 miles away

Montana

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

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

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

Canyon Falls

Montana

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Overwhich Falls

36.3 miles away

Montana

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Snowshoe Falls

39.1 miles away

Are there free waterfalls near Hamilton?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Hamilton, including Canyon Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hamilton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hamilton?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hamilton, including Canyon Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hamilton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hamilton?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hamilton?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Hamilton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hamilton?

The closest waterfall to Hamilton is Canyon Falls, approximately 7.2 miles away.

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