Waterfall Hikes Near Three Forks, MT

1,895 residents
Denver Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Three Forks? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Three Forks. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.8899°N, -111.5525°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Three Forks

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

3 of 18 waterfalls near Three Forks are flowing strongly today

Alpine Falls Low Apex Falls Low Arch Falls Low Champagne Falls Low Grotto Falls Low Horsetail Falls Low Palisade Falls Low Palisades Falls Low S'il Vous Plait Falls Low Shower Falls Low Silken Skein Falls Low Twin Falls Low Cedar Falls Strong Crow Creek Falls Barely Flowing Hoodoo Cascade Strong Ousel Falls Strong Pioneer Falls Low Taylor Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 25 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 47°F

Fri 53°F Rain
Sat 46°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 47°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 49°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 48°F Chance Light Rain
Wed 44°F Chance Light Snow
Thu 42°F Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Three Forks

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Hoodoo Cascade Strong · 246 cfs 75th percentile
  2. 2 Ousel Falls Strong · 246 cfs 75th percentile
  3. 3 Cedar Falls Moderate · 938 cfs 39th percentile
  4. 4 Twin Falls Low · 26 cfs 23rd percentile
  5. 5 Silken Skein Falls Low · 26 cfs 23rd percentile
  6. 6 Shower Falls Low · 26 cfs 23rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Three Forks (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

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

Palisade Falls

46.5 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Three Forks (12 waterfalls)

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

Pioneer Falls waterfall CC

Pioneer Falls

29.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.5 miles Unknown
Crow Creek Falls waterfall

Crow Creek Falls

32 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

33.3 miles away
Montana
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Hoodoo Cascade in Montana, about 105 feet of drop LiDAR

Hoodoo Cascade

37.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.0 miles 1,600 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Three Forks

Pioneer Falls waterfall CC

Pioneer Falls

29.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.5 miles Unknown
Crow Creek Falls waterfall

Crow Creek Falls

32 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

33.3 miles away
Montana
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Hoodoo Cascade in Montana, about 105 feet of drop LiDAR

Hoodoo Cascade

37.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
6.0 miles 1,600 ft
Ousel Falls waterfall

Ousel Falls

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

Palisade Falls

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

Twin Falls

46.8 miles away
Montana
Hard
Unknown Unknown
Palisades Falls waterfall

Palisades Falls

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

Grotto Falls

47.1 miles away
Montana
Easy
2.4 miles 300 ft
Arch Falls waterfall

Arch Falls

47.6 miles away
Montana
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Taylor Falls waterfall

Taylor Falls

47.8 miles away
Montana
Unknown
1.7 miles Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Silken Skein Falls in Montana, about 286 feet of drop LiDAR

Silken Skein Falls

48.3 miles away
Montana
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Champagne Falls waterfall CC

Champagne Falls

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

Horsetail Falls

48.9 miles away
Montana
Moderate
Unknown Unknown
Shower Falls waterfall

Shower Falls

49.2 miles away
Montana
Moderate
7.5 miles Unknown
Apex Falls waterfall

Apex Falls

49.3 miles away
Montana
Unknown
0.1 miles Unknown
S'il Vous Plait Falls waterfall

S'il Vous Plait Falls

49.6 miles away
Montana
Unknown
0.1 miles Unknown
Alpine Falls waterfall

Alpine Falls

49.7 miles away
Montana
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Three Forks

Are there free waterfalls near Three Forks?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Three Forks, including Alpine Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Three Forks?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Three Forks, including Alpine Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Three Forks?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Three Forks, including Alpine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Three Forks?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Three Forks, including Alpine Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Three Forks?

The shortest waterfall hike near Three Forks is Alpine Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Three Forks?

The tallest waterfall near Three Forks is Palisades Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Three Forks?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Three Forks have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Three Forks?

The closest waterfall to Three Forks is Pioneer Falls, approximately 29.4 miles away.

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