Waterfall Hikes Near West Yellowstone, MT

1,147 residents
Denver Time Zone
61 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Yellowstone? There are 61 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Yellowstone. 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 44.6627°N, -111.1057°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Yellowstone

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

61 of 61 gauged

1 of 61 waterfalls near West Yellowstone is flowing strongly today

Albright Falls Barely Flowing Colonnade Falls Barely Flowing Dunanda Falls Barely Flowing Fairy Falls Barely Flowing Fern Cascades Barely Flowing Gwinna Falls Barely Flowing Iris Falls Barely Flowing Kepler Cascades Barely Flowing Mystic Falls Barely Flowing Ouzel Falls Barely Flowing Quiver Cascade Barely Flowing Ragged Falls Barely Flowing Silver Scarf Falls Barely Flowing Wahhi Falls Barely Flowing Twister Falls Barely Flowing Tendoy Falls Barely Flowing Tempe Cascade Barely Flowing Sluiceway Falls Barely Flowing Alpine Falls Low Apex Falls Low Arch Falls Low Champagne Falls Low Grotto Falls Low Horsetail Falls Low S'il Vous Plait Falls Low Shower Falls Low Silken Skein Falls Low Twin Falls Low Bechler Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Acres Barely Flowing Cave Falls Barely Flowing Lewis Falls Barely Flowing Moose Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Union Falls Barely Flowing Terraced Falls Barely Flowing Cascades of the Firehole Barely Flowing Cedar Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Moderate Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River Moderate Virginia Cascade Moderate Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River Moderate Firehole Falls Low Gibbon Falls Low Hoodoo Cascade Barely Flowing Ousel Falls Barely Flowing Knowles Falls Barely Flowing Specimen Falls Barely Flowing Lost Creek Falls Low Tower Fall Low Lower Mesa Falls Moderate Osprey Falls Barely Flowing Rustic Falls Barely Flowing Wraith Falls Barely Flowing Undine Falls Barely Flowing Pioneer Falls Barely Flowing Sheep Falls Barely Flowing Upper Mesa Falls Barely Flowing Sheep Falls Barely Flowing Silver Cord Cascade Strong Taylor Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 66°F

Wed 78°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 73°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 74°F Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 59°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 51°F Rain And Snow Showers
Mon 57°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 66°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near West Yellowstone

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Silver Cord Cascade Strong · 3320 cfs 77th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River Moderate · 3 cfs 54th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River Moderate · 3 cfs 54th percentile
  4. 4 Virginia Cascade Moderate · 3 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 Crystal Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 54th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Mesa Falls Moderate · 223 cfs 38th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Yellowstone (16 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.

Firehole Falls waterfall

Firehole Falls

31.2 miles away
Wyoming
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Gibbon Falls waterfall

Gibbon Falls

42.1 miles away
Wyoming
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

All 61 Waterfalls Near West Yellowstone

Twister Falls waterfall

Twister Falls

1.2 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

39.6 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Sluiceway Falls waterfall

Sluiceway Falls

Wyoming
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River waterfall

Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River

27 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
0.6 miles 500 ft
Wahhi Falls waterfall

Wahhi Falls

1.2 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sheep Falls waterfall

Sheep Falls

43.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bechler Falls waterfall

Bechler Falls

6.8 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rustic Falls waterfall

Rustic Falls

22.4 miles away
Wyoming
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Cave Falls waterfall

Cave Falls

Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Cord Cascade waterfall

Silver Cord Cascade

28.5 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Osprey Falls waterfall

Osprey Falls

24.6 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Taylor Falls waterfall

Taylor Falls

35.1 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Mesa Falls waterfall

Upper Mesa Falls

Idaho
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Lower Mesa Falls waterfall

Lower Mesa Falls

Idaho
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Union Falls waterfall

Union Falls

10.4 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Undine Falls waterfall

Undine Falls

25.6 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wraith Falls waterfall

Wraith Falls

26.6 miles away
Wyoming
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Sheep Falls waterfall

Sheep Falls

17.5 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

5.8 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Terraced Falls waterfall

Terraced Falls

8.3 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
5.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Yellowstone

Are there free waterfalls near West Yellowstone?

There are 13 free waterfalls near West Yellowstone, including Alpine Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Yellowstone?

There are 16 easy waterfall hikes near West Yellowstone, including Firehole Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Yellowstone?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Yellowstone, including Alpine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Yellowstone?

There are 39 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Yellowstone, including Alpine Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near West Yellowstone?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near West Yellowstone, including Dunanda Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Yellowstone?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Yellowstone is Albright Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near West Yellowstone?

The tallest waterfall near West Yellowstone is Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River at 308 feet.

Do any waterfalls near West Yellowstone require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near West Yellowstone require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Yellowstone?

Yes, 61 waterfalls near West Yellowstone have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Yellowstone?

The closest waterfall to West Yellowstone is Firehole Falls, approximately 11.8 miles away.

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