Waterfall Hikes Near West Glacier, MT

174 residents
Denver Time Zone
51 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Glacier? There are 51 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Glacier. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 48.4916°N, -113.9961°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Glacier

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

51 of 51 gauged

50 of 51 waterfalls near West Glacier are flowing strongly today

Akaiyan Falls Roaring Beaver Chief Falls Roaring Beaver Medicine Falls Roaring Feather Woman Falls Roaring McDonald Falls Roaring Sacred Dancing Cascade Roaring Apikuni Falls Strong Atsina Falls Strong Baring Falls Strong Bird Woman Falls Strong Dawn Mist Falls Strong Deadwood Falls Strong Feather Plume Falls Strong Florence Falls Strong Grinnell Falls Strong Gros Ventre Falls Strong Hidden Falls Strong Hole-in-the Wall Falls Strong Ipasha Falls Strong Miche Wabun Falls Strong Mokowanis Cascade Strong Monument Falls Strong Morning Eagle Falls Strong Oberlin Falls Strong Paiota Falls Strong Piegan Falls Strong Ptarmigan Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Raven Quiver Falls Strong Redrock Falls Strong Saint Mary Falls Strong Salamander Falls Strong Siksika Falls Strong White Quiver Falls Strong Virginia Falls Strong Thunderbird Falls Strong Swiftcurrent Falls Strong Appistoki Falls Strong Dawson Falls Strong Rockwell Falls Strong Running Eagle Falls Strong Two Medicine Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Atlantic Falls Roaring Cameron Falls Roaring Lower Bertha Falls Roaring Upper Bertha Falls Roaring Lineham Falls Roaring Forum Falls Roaring Drywood Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 77°F

Aft 69°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 75°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Thu 77°F Sunny Best
Fri 78°F Mostly Sunny
Ind 82°F Sunny
Sun 85°F Sunny
Mon 89°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near West Glacier

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Forum Falls Roaring · 5050 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Lineham Falls Roaring · 5050 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Drywood Falls Roaring · 130 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Atlantic Falls Roaring · 3930 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Bertha Falls Roaring · 5050 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Bertha Falls Roaring · 5050 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Glacier (10 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Glacier (10 waterfalls)

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

Beaver Medicine Falls waterfall

Beaver Medicine Falls

18.9 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Akaiyan Falls waterfall

Akaiyan Falls

19.9 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 51 Waterfalls Near West Glacier

McDonald Falls waterfall

McDonald Falls

17.9 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sacred Dancing Cascade waterfall

Sacred Dancing Cascade

18.5 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Medicine Falls waterfall

Beaver Medicine Falls

18.9 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Beaver Chief Falls waterfall

Beaver Chief Falls

19.8 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Hard
20.0 miles 3 ft
Akaiyan Falls waterfall

Akaiyan Falls

19.9 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Feather Woman Falls waterfall

Feather Woman Falls

20.1 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Hard
7.6 miles 1,600 ft
Monument Falls waterfall

Monument Falls

22.2 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
6.0 miles 800 ft
Siksika Falls waterfall

Siksika Falls

24.3 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Florence Falls waterfall

Florence Falls

25.6 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bird Woman Falls waterfall

Bird Woman Falls

26.1 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Oberlin Falls waterfall

Oberlin Falls

26.7 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Thunderbird Falls waterfall

Thunderbird Falls

25.4 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Deadwood Falls waterfall

Deadwood Falls

28.8 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft
Salamander Falls waterfall

Salamander Falls

28.9 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Piegan Falls waterfall

Piegan Falls

29.2 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Virginia Falls waterfall

Virginia Falls

29.5 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
3.6 miles 525 ft
Morning Eagle Falls waterfall

Morning Eagle Falls

29.6 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Raven Quiver Falls waterfall

Raven Quiver Falls

0.4 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Saint Mary Falls waterfall

Saint Mary Falls

In Glacier National Park
Montana
Easy
1.7 miles 150 ft
Paiota Falls waterfall

Paiota Falls

In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Glacier

Are there free waterfalls near West Glacier?

There are 14 free waterfalls near West Glacier, including Akaiyan Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Glacier?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near West Glacier, including Appistoki Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Glacier?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Glacier, including Akaiyan Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Glacier?

There are 38 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Glacier, including Akaiyan Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Glacier?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Glacier is Akaiyan Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near West Glacier?

The tallest waterfall near West Glacier is Bird Woman Falls at 492 feet.

Do any waterfalls near West Glacier require permits?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near West Glacier require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Glacier?

Yes, 51 waterfalls near West Glacier have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Glacier?

The closest waterfall to West Glacier is McDonald Falls, approximately 12.9 miles away.

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