Waterfall Hikes Near Ponderay, ID

1,208 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ponderay? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ponderay. 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 48.3092°N, -116.5390°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ponderay

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 19 gauged

18 waterfalls near Ponderay have live flow data today

Albeni Falls Barely Flowing Caribou Falls Moderate Smith Falls Moderate Char Falls Barely Flowing Copper Falls Barely Flowing Fern Falls Moderate Shadow Falls Moderate Granite Falls Barely Flowing Kalispell Falls Barely Flowing LaSota Falls Barely Flowing Kootenai Falls Barely Flowing Yaak Falls Barely Flowing McAbee Falls Barely Flowing Torrelle Falls Barely Flowing Mission Falls Barely Flowing Moyie Falls Barely Flowing Snow Creek Falls Barely Flowing Corn Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Aft 67°F Rain Showers
Mon 67°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 66°F Rain Showers Likely
Wed 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 72°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 74°F Mostly Sunny
Ind 79°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Ponderay

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Fern Falls Moderate · 126 cfs 66th percentile
  2. 2 Shadow Falls Moderate · 126 cfs 66th percentile
  3. 3 Caribou Falls Low · 76 cfs 23rd percentile
  4. 4 Smith Falls Low · 76 cfs 23rd percentile
  5. 5 Char Falls Barely Flowing · 90 cfs 9th percentile
  6. 6 Mission Falls Barely Flowing · 403 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ponderay (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.

Grouse Creek Falls waterfall

Grouse Creek Falls

34.5 miles away
Idaho
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ponderay (13 waterfalls)

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

Char Falls waterfall

Char Falls

20 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

36.1 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Ponderay

McAbee Falls

48.5 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grouse Creek Falls waterfall

Grouse Creek Falls

34.5 miles away
Idaho
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Char Falls waterfall

Char Falls

20 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Torrelle Falls

7 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mission Falls waterfall

Mission Falls

40.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

36.1 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Albeni Falls waterfall

Albeni Falls

Idaho
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Smith Falls waterfall

Smith Falls

32.6 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Caribou Falls waterfall

Caribou Falls

35.1 miles away
Idaho
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Moyie Falls waterfall

Moyie Falls

46.7 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kalispell Falls waterfall

Kalispell Falls

23.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kootenai Falls waterfall

Kootenai Falls

28.3 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Corn Creek Falls

66.8 km away
British Columbia
Easy
0.8 km 100 m
Yaak Falls waterfall

Yaak Falls

21.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Granite Falls waterfall

Granite Falls

17.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
LaSota Falls waterfall

LaSota Falls

17.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shadow Falls waterfall

Shadow Falls

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

Fern Falls

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

Copper Falls

49.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ponderay

Are there free waterfalls near Ponderay?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Ponderay, including Albeni Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ponderay?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Ponderay, including Albeni Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ponderay?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ponderay, including Albeni Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ponderay?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ponderay, including Albeni Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ponderay?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ponderay?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ponderay is Albeni Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ponderay?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Ponderay have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ponderay?

The closest waterfall to Ponderay is McAbee Falls, approximately 15.3 miles away.

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