Waterfall Hikes Near Whitefish, MT

8,098 residents
Denver Time Zone
44 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Whitefish? There are 44 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Whitefish. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 48.4328°N, -114.3590°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Whitefish

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

44 of 44 gauged

44 waterfalls near Whitefish have live flow data today

Akaiyan Falls Barely Flowing Beaver Chief Falls Barely Flowing Beaver Medicine Falls Barely Flowing Feather Woman Falls Barely Flowing McDonald Falls Barely Flowing Sacred Dancing Cascade Barely Flowing Apikuni Falls Moderate Atsina Falls Moderate Baring Falls Moderate Bird Woman Falls Moderate Deadwood Falls Moderate Feather Plume Falls Moderate Florence Falls Moderate Grinnell Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Moderate Hole-in-the Wall Falls Moderate Ipasha Falls Moderate Mokowanis Cascade Moderate Monument Falls Moderate Morning Eagle Falls Moderate Oberlin Falls Moderate Paiota Falls Moderate Piegan Falls Moderate Ptarmigan Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Raven Quiver Falls Moderate Redrock Falls Moderate Saint Mary Falls Moderate Salamander Falls Moderate Siksika Falls Moderate White Quiver Falls Moderate Virginia Falls Moderate Thunderbird Falls Moderate Swiftcurrent Falls Moderate Atlantic Falls Barely Flowing Rockwell Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Tenmile Falls Barely Flowing Cameron Falls Low Lower Bertha Falls Low Upper Bertha Falls Low Lineham Falls Low Forum Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Sat 68°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 55°F Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 60°F Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 66°F Light Rain Likely
Wed 70°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 76°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Whitefish

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Apikuni Falls Moderate · 260 cfs 47th percentile
  2. 2 Thunderbird Falls Moderate · 260 cfs 47th percentile
  3. 3 Mokowanis Cascade Moderate · 260 cfs 47th percentile
  4. 4 Monument Falls Moderate · 260 cfs 47th percentile
  5. 5 Morning Eagle Falls Moderate · 260 cfs 47th percentile
  6. 6 Oberlin Falls Moderate · 260 cfs 47th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Whitefish (8 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 Whitefish (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 44 Waterfalls Near Whitefish

Martin Falls waterfall

Martin Falls

19.1 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
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
Hole-in-the Wall Falls waterfall

Hole-in-the Wall Falls

27 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
6.0 miles 800 ft
Thunderbird Falls waterfall

Thunderbird Falls

25.4 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Easy
2.0 miles 200 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

Forum Falls

76.6 km away
British Columbia
Easy
5.6 km 138 m
Rockwell Falls waterfall

Rockwell Falls

28.2 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Moderate
6.6 miles 300 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

28.4 miles away
In Glacier National Park
Montana
Easy
3.6 miles 300 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Whitefish

Are there free waterfalls near Whitefish?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Whitefish, including Akaiyan Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Whitefish?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Whitefish, including Baring Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Whitefish?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Whitefish?

There are 33 kid-friendly waterfalls near Whitefish, including Akaiyan Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Whitefish?

The shortest waterfall hike near Whitefish is Akaiyan Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Whitefish?

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

Do any waterfalls near Whitefish require permits?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Whitefish require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Whitefish?

Yes, 44 waterfalls near Whitefish have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Whitefish?

The closest waterfall to Whitefish is Martin Falls, approximately 20.4 miles away.

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