Waterfall Hikes Near Manhattan, MT

1,986 residents
Denver Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Manhattan? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Manhattan. 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 45.8622°N, -111.3344°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Manhattan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

3 of 17 waterfalls near Manhattan are flowing strongly today

Alpine Falls Moderate Apex Falls Moderate Arch Falls Moderate Champagne Falls Moderate Grotto Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Palisade Falls Moderate Palisades Falls Moderate S'il Vous Plait Falls Moderate Shower Falls Moderate Silken Skein Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Cedar Falls Strong Crow Creek Falls Moderate Hoodoo Cascade Strong Ousel Falls Strong Pioneer Falls Moderate

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Wed 74°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 77°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 78°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 82°F Sunny
Sun 85°F Sunny
Mon 86°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Manhattan

Updated 37 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Hoodoo Cascade Strong · 795 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Ousel Falls Strong · 795 cfs 83rd percentile
  3. 3 Cedar Falls Strong · 1300 cfs 81st percentile
  4. 4 Pioneer Falls Moderate · 1150 cfs 74th percentile
  5. 5 Crow Creek Falls Moderate · 63 cfs 67th percentile
  6. 6 Twin Falls Moderate · 88 cfs 30th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Manhattan (5 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.

Ousel Falls waterfall

Ousel Falls

7.5 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.6 miles 250 ft
Palisade Falls waterfall

Palisade Falls

35.1 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

12.9 miles away
Montana
Easy
3.6 miles 300 ft
Palisades Falls waterfall

Palisades Falls

35.4 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.2 miles 250 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Manhattan (9 waterfalls)

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

Pioneer Falls waterfall CC

Pioneer Falls

28.3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Manhattan

Pioneer Falls waterfall CC

Pioneer Falls

28.3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hoodoo Cascade

21.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Ousel Falls waterfall

Ousel Falls

7.5 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.6 miles 250 ft
Palisade Falls waterfall

Palisade Falls

35.1 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

12.9 miles away
Montana
Easy
3.6 miles 300 ft
Palisades Falls waterfall

Palisades Falls

35.4 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.2 miles 250 ft
Grotto Falls waterfall

Grotto Falls

12.1 miles away
Montana
Easy
2.4 miles 300 ft
Arch Falls waterfall

Arch Falls

12.1 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Silken Skein Falls

11.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Champagne Falls waterfall CC

Champagne Falls

11 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

20.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

10.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Shower Falls waterfall

Shower Falls

10.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Apex Falls waterfall

Apex Falls

9.9 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
S'il Vous Plait Falls waterfall

S'il Vous Plait Falls

34.7 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alpine Falls waterfall

Alpine Falls

9.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crow Creek Falls waterfall

Crow Creek Falls

20.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Manhattan

Are there free waterfalls near Manhattan?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Manhattan, including Alpine Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Manhattan?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Manhattan, including Grotto Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Manhattan?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Manhattan, including Alpine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Manhattan?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Manhattan, including Alpine Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Manhattan?

The shortest waterfall hike near Manhattan is Alpine Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Manhattan?

The tallest waterfall near Manhattan is Palisades Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Manhattan?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Manhattan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Manhattan?

The closest waterfall to Manhattan is Pioneer Falls, approximately 24.8 miles away.

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36.9 mi 122°F

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