Waterfalls

Kootenai Falls

Kootenai Falls is the largest undammed falls in the state and a major attraction to those traveling through the area. It offers an unforgettable and breathtaking view as the Kootenai River loses 300 feet in elevation traveling a few hundred yards down river. The falls are well groomed for a casual hike of minimal effort. Don't forget to try out the long swinging bridge that provides access to the opposite side of the Kootenai River, a prime Montana fishery.

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Yaak River Falls

IF you are not into hikes, but still love waterfalls, the Yaak River Falls are a great option, literally right beside the road with a nice wide turn out for visitors. If you visit in Spring, these falls are a raging cataract of thundering power as all the force of the Yaak is funneled through this rocky area. In Summer and Fall, still impressive but far more controlled, the crystal clear blue green water tumbles and folds over the rocks as it heads for the Kootenai just a few miles below the falls.

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Turner Creek Falls

Located at an elevation of 3,576 feet deep in the heart of the Yaak National Forest, this beautiful series of waterfalls is well worth the effort. This is truly wild area - wildlife viewing opportunities abound. This area displays the unique forest properties of the Yaak which is more reflective of the type of flora seen in the Pacific Northwest rainforest - lots of deep forest, cedar cypress - a hiking experience like no other.

Libby Creek Falls

Libby Creek offers a wide range of interests along its length including some gold panning areas that are open to the public. But if you put on some hiking shoes and grab a camera, up at 5,816 feet the creek offers you some beautiful waterfalls that make you feel as if you are the only people in the forest. Which - come to think of it - you really might be!

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