Waterfall Hikes Near Wisdom, MT

107 residents
Denver Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Wisdom sits high in the Big Hole, ranch country where snow holds late, so the creeks run hardest in early summer. Overwhich Falls is the easy walk at 1.5 miles, dogs welcome. Pintler Falls takes 4 miles and 500 feet of climbing. Boulder Falls stretches to 7.6 miles and Star Falls to 6.5, long enough to want an early start. Devlin Falls makes the list too, though details on it are thin. Six falls within range of the valley.

Located at 45.6114°N, -113.4470°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wisdom

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Wisdom have live flow data today

Boulder Falls Low Overwhich Falls Low Pintler Falls Moderate Star Falls Moderate Skalkaho Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 78°F

Fri 72°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 75°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Sunny Best
Mon 79°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 73°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 74°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Wisdom

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Skalkaho Falls Moderate · 73 cfs 73rd percentile
  2. 2 Devlin Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 70th percentile
  3. 3 Pintler Falls Moderate · 88 cfs 59th percentile
  4. 4 Star Falls Moderate · 88 cfs 59th percentile
  5. 5 Boulder Falls Low · 309 cfs 14th percentile
  6. 6 Overwhich Falls Low · 309 cfs 14th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wisdom (1 waterfall)

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.

Skalkaho Falls waterfall

Skalkaho Falls

41.7 miles away
Montana
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wisdom (3 waterfalls)

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

Pintler Falls

32.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

Overwhich Falls

38.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Wisdom

Pintler Falls

32.4 miles away
Montana
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Star Falls waterfall CC

Star Falls

29.7 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Overwhich Falls

38.8 miles away
Montana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Devlin Falls waterfall

Devlin Falls

35.9 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Skalkaho Falls waterfall

Skalkaho Falls

41.7 miles away
Montana
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

Montana
Moderate
3.2 miles 450 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wisdom

Are there free waterfalls near Wisdom?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Wisdom, including Overwhich Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wisdom?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Wisdom, including Skalkaho Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wisdom?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wisdom, including Overwhich Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wisdom?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wisdom, including Overwhich Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wisdom?

The shortest waterfall hike near Wisdom is Boulder Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wisdom?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Wisdom have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wisdom?

The closest waterfall to Wisdom is Pintler Falls, approximately 12.2 miles away.

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