Waterfall Hikes Near Vaughn, MT

975 residents
Denver Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Vaughn? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Vaughn. 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 47.5523°N, -111.5608°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Vaughn

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

7 of 7 waterfalls near Vaughn are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Wed 76°F Patchy Smoke then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 80°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 84°F Sunny
Sun 87°F Sunny
Mon 86°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Vaughn

Updated 37 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Roaring · 6880 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Black Eagle Falls Roaring · 5890 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Castner Falls Roaring · 1280 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Colter Falls (historical) Roaring · 6880 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Crooked Falls Roaring · 6880 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 6880 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Vaughn (2 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 Vaughn (4 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 7 Waterfalls Near Vaughn

Black Eagle Falls waterfall

Black Eagle Falls

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

Castner Falls

19.6 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
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
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

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

Buffalo Falls

7.6 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Vaughn

Are there free waterfalls near Vaughn?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Vaughn, including Big Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Vaughn?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Vaughn, including Big Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Vaughn?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Vaughn, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Vaughn?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Vaughn, including Big Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Vaughn?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Vaughn?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Vaughn?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Vaughn has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Vaughn?

The closest waterfall to Vaughn is Black Eagle Falls, approximately 14.2 miles away.

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