Waterfall Hikes Near Heron, MT

299 residents
Denver Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Heron? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Heron. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 48.0637°N, -115.9800°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Heron

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 11 gauged

5 of 10 waterfalls near Heron are flowing strongly today

Char Falls Moderate Fern Falls Strong Shadow Falls Strong Graves Creek Falls Barely Flowing Vermilion Falls Barely Flowing Kootenai Falls Roaring Yaak Falls Roaring McAbee Falls Strong Moyie Falls Low Snow Creek Falls Low

Updated 22 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 75°F

Wed 73°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Thu 75°F Sunny Best
Fri 76°F Mostly Sunny
Ind 80°F Sunny
Sun 83°F Sunny
Mon 88°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Heron

Updated 22 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Kootenai Falls Roaring · 502 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Yaak Falls Roaring · 502 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Fern Falls Strong · 152 cfs 77th percentile
  4. 4 Shadow Falls Strong · 152 cfs 77th percentile
  5. 5 McAbee Falls Strong · 715 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Char Falls Moderate · 107 cfs 48th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Heron (2 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.

Kootenai Falls waterfall

Kootenai Falls

28.3 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Grouse Creek Falls waterfall

Grouse Creek Falls

34.5 miles away
Idaho
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Heron (10 waterfalls)

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

Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

45.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Shadow Falls waterfall

Shadow Falls

20.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Char Falls waterfall

Char Falls

20 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Yaak Falls waterfall

Yaak Falls

21.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Heron

Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

45.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Shadow Falls waterfall

Shadow Falls

20.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Char Falls waterfall

Char Falls

20 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kootenai Falls waterfall

Kootenai Falls

28.3 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Yaak Falls waterfall

Yaak Falls

21.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grouse Creek Falls waterfall

Grouse Creek Falls

34.5 miles away
Idaho
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Vermilion Falls

39 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moyie Falls waterfall

Moyie Falls

46.7 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Graves Creek Falls waterfall

Graves Creek Falls

32.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

36.1 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

McAbee Falls

48.5 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Heron

Are there free waterfalls near Heron?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Heron, including Char Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Heron?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Heron, including Grouse Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Heron?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Heron, including Char Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Heron?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Heron, including Char Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Heron?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Heron, including Grouse Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Heron?

The shortest waterfall hike near Heron is Char Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Heron?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Heron have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Heron?

The closest waterfall to Heron is Fern Falls, approximately 20.1 miles away.

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