Waterfall Hikes Near Willow, AK

1,952 residents
Anchorage Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Willow? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Willow. These trails range from easy to easy difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 61.8157°N, -149.7530°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Willow

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Willow have live flow data today

Thunder Bird Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Mon 71°F Haze
Tue 67°F Partly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
Wed 66°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 71°F Partly Sunny
Fri 72°F Partly Sunny
Sat 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 64°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Willow

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rotary Falls Barely Flowing · 320 cfs 3rd percentile
  2. 2 Thunder Bird Falls Barely Flowing · 21700 cfs 3rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Willow (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.

Rotary Falls

1.4 miles away
Alaska
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Thunder Bird Falls waterfall

Thunder Bird Falls

17.7 miles away
Alaska
Easy
2.0 miles 100 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Willow

Rotary Falls

1.4 miles away
Alaska
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Thunder Bird Falls waterfall

Thunder Bird Falls

17.7 miles away
Alaska
Easy
2.0 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Willow

Are there free waterfalls near Willow?

There is 1 free waterfall near Willow, including Rotary Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Willow?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Willow, including Rotary Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Willow?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Willow, including Rotary Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Willow?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Willow, including Rotary Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Willow?

The shortest waterfall hike near Willow is Rotary Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Willow?

The tallest waterfall near Willow is Thunder Bird Falls at 200 feet.

What is the closest waterfall to Willow?

The closest waterfall to Willow is Rotary Falls, approximately 24.1 miles away.

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