Waterfall Hikes Near Hardy, MT

68 residents
Denver Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hardy? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hardy. 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 47.1806°N, -111.8172°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hardy

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

12 waterfalls near Hardy have live flow data today

Big Falls Barely Flowing Colter Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Crooked Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Black Eagle Falls Moderate Buffalo Falls Moderate Castner Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Falls Moderate Double Falls Low North Fork Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 18 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Patchy Smoke then Sunny · 88°F

Wed 88°F Patchy Smoke then Sunny Best
Thu 92°F Areas Of Smoke
Fri 97°F Sunny
Sat 98°F Sunny
Sun 93°F Sunny
Mon 92°F Sunny
Tue 91°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Hardy

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Buffalo Falls Roaring · 132 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Paradise Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Black Eagle Falls Moderate · 3220 cfs 45th percentile
  4. 4 Cataract Falls Moderate · 257 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 Double Falls Low · 104 cfs 22nd percentile
  6. 6 Crow Creek Falls Low · 11 cfs 12th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hardy (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
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

43.8 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hardy (7 waterfalls)

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

Crow Creek Falls waterfall

Crow Creek Falls

42.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Hardy

Buffalo Falls waterfall

Buffalo Falls

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

Castner Falls

45.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Eagle Falls waterfall

Black Eagle Falls

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

Cataract Falls

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

Crow Creek Falls

42.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Colter Falls (historical) waterfall

Colter Falls (historical)

5.3 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
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

46.1 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

11.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

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

Double Falls

44.7 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hardy

Are there free waterfalls near Hardy?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Hardy, including Big Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hardy?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hardy?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hardy, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hardy?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hardy, including Big Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hardy?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Hardy?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hardy?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Hardy have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hardy?

The closest waterfall to Hardy is Buffalo Falls, approximately 12.8 miles away.

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