Waterfall Hikes Near Simms, MT

329 residents
Denver Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Simms? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Simms. 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 47.4931°N, -111.9474°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Simms

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

2 of 10 waterfalls near Simms are flowing strongly today

Big Falls Moderate Colter Falls (historical) Moderate Crooked Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Black Eagle Falls Low Buffalo Falls Strong Castner Falls Low Cataract Falls Strong Double Falls Barely Flowing Lange Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 71°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 60°F Rain
Mon 62°F Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 77°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Simms

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cataract Falls Strong · 257 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Buffalo Falls Strong · 163 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Big Falls Moderate · 4320 cfs 27th percentile
  4. 4 Colter Falls (historical) Moderate · 4320 cfs 27th percentile
  5. 5 Crooked Falls Moderate · 4320 cfs 27th percentile
  6. 6 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 4320 cfs 27th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Simms (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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Simms (5 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

5.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crooked Falls waterfall

Crooked Falls

6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Simms

Buffalo Falls waterfall

Buffalo Falls

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

Castner Falls

19.6 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
Colter Falls (historical) waterfall

Colter Falls (historical)

5.3 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
Crooked Falls waterfall

Crooked Falls

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

Cataract Falls

40.2 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

49.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

10.8 miles away
Montana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Lange Falls

40.5 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Simms

Are there free waterfalls near Simms?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Simms, including Big Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Simms?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Simms?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Simms?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Simms?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Simms?

The tallest waterfall near Simms is Rainbow Falls at 47 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Simms?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Simms have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Simms?

The closest waterfall to Simms is Buffalo Falls, approximately 8 miles away.

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