Waterfall Hikes Near McAllister, MT

221 residents
Denver Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near McAllister? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of McAllister. 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 45.4364°N, -111.7252°W

Map of Waterfalls Near McAllister

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

17 waterfalls near McAllister have live flow data 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 Barely Flowing Hoodoo Cascade Barely Flowing Ousel Falls Barely Flowing Pioneer Falls Barely Flowing Taylor Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 72°F

Wed 78°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 78°F Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 64°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 56°F Rain Showers
Mon 63°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 72°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near McAllister

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Alpine Falls Moderate · 94 cfs 26th percentile
  2. 2 Apex Falls Moderate · 94 cfs 26th percentile
  3. 3 Arch Falls Moderate · 94 cfs 26th percentile
  4. 4 Champagne Falls Moderate · 94 cfs 26th percentile
  5. 5 Grotto Falls Moderate · 94 cfs 26th percentile
  6. 6 Twin Falls Moderate · 94 cfs 26th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near McAllister (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
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

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

Grotto Falls

12.1 miles away
Montana
Easy
2.4 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around McAllister (8 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
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

20.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near McAllister

Pioneer Falls waterfall CC

Pioneer Falls

28.3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

20.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 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
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

12.9 miles away
Montana
Easy
3.6 miles 300 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
Taylor Falls waterfall

Taylor Falls

35.1 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
Shower Falls waterfall

Shower Falls

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

Horsetail Falls

10.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 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
Palisade Falls waterfall

Palisade Falls

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

Palisades Falls

35.4 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.2 miles 250 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near McAllister

Are there free waterfalls near McAllister?

There are 9 free waterfalls near McAllister, including Alpine Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near McAllister?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in McAllister?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near McAllister, including Alpine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near McAllister?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near McAllister, including Alpine Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near McAllister?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near McAllister?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around McAllister?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near McAllister have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to McAllister?

The closest waterfall to McAllister is Pioneer Falls, approximately 14.6 miles away.

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