Waterfall Hikes Near Ponderosa Pines, MT

841 residents
Denver Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ponderosa Pines? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ponderosa Pines. 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 46.0374°N, -111.3500°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ponderosa Pines

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Ponderosa Pines 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 Upper Big Timber Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 90°F

Wed 84°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 89°F Areas Of Smoke
Fri 95°F Sunny
Sat 94°F Sunny
Sun 91°F Sunny
Mon 90°F Sunny Best
Tue 88°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Ponderosa Pines

Updated 35 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Twin Falls Moderate · 84 cfs 35th percentile
  2. 2 Silken Skein Falls Moderate · 84 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Shower Falls Moderate · 84 cfs 35th percentile
  4. 4 S'il Vous Plait Falls Moderate · 84 cfs 35th percentile
  5. 5 Palisades Falls Moderate · 84 cfs 35th percentile
  6. 6 Palisade Falls Moderate · 84 cfs 35th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ponderosa Pines (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

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

Palisade Falls

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

Twin Falls

12.4 miles away
Montana
Easy
3.6 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ponderosa Pines (10 waterfalls)

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

Pioneer Falls waterfall CC

Pioneer Falls

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

Crow Creek Falls

42.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Ponderosa Pines

Pioneer Falls waterfall CC

Pioneer Falls

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

Crow Creek Falls

42.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft

Hoodoo Cascade

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

Ousel Falls

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

Palisade Falls

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

Twin Falls

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

Palisades Falls

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

Grotto Falls

28.6 miles away
Montana
Easy
2.4 miles 300 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

39.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Arch Falls waterfall

Arch Falls

11.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Big Timber Falls waterfall

Upper Big Timber Falls

46 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

Silken Skein Falls

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

Champagne Falls

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

Horsetail Falls

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

Shower Falls

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

Apex Falls

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

S'il Vous Plait Falls

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

Alpine Falls

30.3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ponderosa Pines

Are there free waterfalls near Ponderosa Pines?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Ponderosa Pines, including Alpine Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ponderosa Pines?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ponderosa Pines?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ponderosa Pines, including Alpine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ponderosa Pines?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ponderosa Pines, including Alpine Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ponderosa Pines?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Ponderosa Pines?

The tallest waterfall near Ponderosa Pines is Palisades Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ponderosa Pines?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Ponderosa Pines have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ponderosa Pines?

The closest waterfall to Ponderosa Pines is Pioneer Falls, approximately 32.7 miles away.

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