Waterfall Hikes Near Island Park, ID

144 residents
Boise Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Island Park? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Island Park. 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 44.5281°N, -111.3591°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Island Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

43 of 43 gauged

38 of 43 waterfalls near Island Park are flowing strongly today

Albright Falls Strong Colonnade Falls Strong Dunanda Falls Strong Fairy Falls Strong Fern Cascades Strong Gwinna Falls Strong Iris Falls Strong Kepler Cascades Strong Mystic Falls Strong Ouzel Falls Strong Quiver Cascade Strong Ragged Falls Strong Silver Scarf Falls Strong Wahhi Falls Strong Twister Falls Strong Tendoy Falls Strong Tempe Cascade Strong Sluiceway Falls Strong Bechler Falls Roaring Cascade Acres Roaring Cave Falls Roaring Lewis Falls Roaring Moose Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Union Falls Roaring Terraced Falls Roaring Cascades of the Firehole Roaring Cedar Falls Roaring Crystal Falls Low Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River Low Virginia Cascade Low Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River Low Firehole Falls Roaring Gibbon Falls Roaring Lower Mesa Falls Roaring Osprey Falls Strong Rustic Falls Strong Ousel Falls Roaring Sheep Falls Roaring Upper Mesa Falls Roaring Sheep Falls Roaring Silver Cord Cascade Roaring Taylor Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 61°F

Aft 61°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 70°F Sunny
Mon 78°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 79°F Sunny
Wed 79°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 70°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Fri 68°F Sunny

Find waterfalls to hike near Island Park

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Island Park (11 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.

Upper Mesa Falls waterfall

Upper Mesa Falls

49.8 miles away
Idaho
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Lower Mesa Falls waterfall

Lower Mesa Falls

49.6 miles away
Idaho
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Island Park (9 waterfalls)

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

Sheep Falls waterfall

Sheep Falls

47.7 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Island Park

Sheep Falls waterfall

Sheep Falls

47.7 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Mesa Falls waterfall

Upper Mesa Falls

49.8 miles away
Idaho
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Lower Mesa Falls waterfall

Lower Mesa Falls

49.6 miles away
Idaho
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Fairy Falls waterfall

Fairy Falls

41.2 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
5.0 miles 150 ft
Mystic Falls waterfall

Mystic Falls

3.1 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Cascades of the Firehole waterfall

Cascades of the Firehole

21.6 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fern Cascades waterfall

Fern Cascades

30.4 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Firehole Falls waterfall

Firehole Falls

24 miles away
Wyoming
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Taylor Falls waterfall

Taylor Falls

22.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kepler Cascades waterfall

Kepler Cascades

32 miles away
Wyoming
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Dunanda Falls waterfall

Dunanda Falls

27.9 miles away
Wyoming
Hard
16.0 miles 800 ft
Silver Scarf Falls waterfall

Silver Scarf Falls

45.1 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ouzel Falls waterfall

Ouzel Falls

30.1 miles away
Wyoming
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Gibbon Falls waterfall

Gibbon Falls

23.4 miles away
Wyoming
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Quiver Cascade waterfall

Quiver Cascade

34.5 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Albright Falls waterfall

Albright Falls

Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Colonnade Falls waterfall

Colonnade Falls

26.2 miles away
Wyoming
Hard
16.0 miles 800 ft
Iris Falls waterfall

Iris Falls

29.6 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ragged Falls waterfall

Ragged Falls

33.3 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Tempe Cascade waterfall

Tempe Cascade

34.8 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Island Park

Are there free waterfalls near Island Park?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Island Park, including Cave Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Island Park?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Island Park, including Firehole Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Island Park?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Island Park, including Cave Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Island Park?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Island Park, including Bechler Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Island Park?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Island Park, including Dunanda Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Island Park?

The shortest waterfall hike near Island Park is Albright Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Island Park?

The tallest waterfall near Island Park is Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River at 308 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Island Park require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Island Park require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Island Park?

Yes, 43 waterfalls near Island Park have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Island Park?

The closest waterfall to Island Park is Sheep Falls, approximately 17.5 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Island Park, Idaho

Imperial Geyser, Spray Geyser

Imperial Geyser, Spray Geyser

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Fairy Springs

Fairy Springs

21.9 mi 201°F

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Excelsior Geyser Crater

Excelsior Geyser Crater

22.3 mi 199°F

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Queens Laundry

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Flat Cone Spring, Steep Cone

22.5 mi 205°F

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Springs On Fairy Creek

Springs On Fairy Creek

22.7 mi

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