Waterfall Hikes Near Sand Coulee, MT

223 residents
Denver Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sand Coulee? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sand Coulee. 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 47.4024°N, -111.1726°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sand Coulee

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

8 of 8 waterfalls near Sand Coulee are flowing strongly today

Big Falls Roaring Colter Falls (historical) Roaring Crooked Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Black Eagle Falls Roaring Buffalo Falls Roaring Castner Falls Roaring Memorial Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 76°F

Wed 74°F Patchy Smoke then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 77°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 81°F Sunny
Sun 84°F Sunny
Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Sand Coulee

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Black Eagle Falls Roaring · 6010 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Buffalo Falls Roaring · 425 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Castner Falls Roaring · 1310 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Big Falls Roaring · 7060 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Colter Falls (historical) Roaring · 7060 cfs 99th percentile
  6. 6 Crooked Falls Roaring · 7060 cfs 99th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sand Coulee (3 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.

Black Eagle Falls waterfall

Black Eagle Falls

2.5 miles away
Montana
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

10.8 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sand Coulee (5 waterfalls)

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

Crooked Falls waterfall

Crooked Falls

6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

5.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Sand Coulee

Crooked Falls waterfall

Crooked Falls

6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

5.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Colter Falls (historical) waterfall

Colter Falls (historical)

5.3 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Eagle Falls waterfall

Black Eagle Falls

2.5 miles away
Montana
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

10.8 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Castner Falls waterfall

Castner Falls

19.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buffalo Falls waterfall

Buffalo Falls

7.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Memorial Falls waterfall

Memorial Falls

27.4 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.8 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sand Coulee

Are there free waterfalls near Sand Coulee?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Sand Coulee, including Big Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sand Coulee?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Sand Coulee, including Big Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sand Coulee?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sand Coulee, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sand Coulee?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sand Coulee, including Big Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sand Coulee?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sand Coulee is Big Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sand Coulee?

The tallest waterfall near Sand Coulee is Rainbow Falls at 47 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sand Coulee?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Sand Coulee have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sand Coulee?

The closest waterfall to Sand Coulee is Crooked Falls, approximately 7.5 miles away.

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