There are hundreds of hidden waterfalls in Wyoming, tucked away along nearly every meandering stream and roaring river. While crowds gather at places like the Upper and Lower Falls in the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, there are plenty of off-the-beaten-path cascades that are worth seeing, too. These underrated waterfalls in Yellowstone National Park and tucked away around the state may take some effort to reach, but they’re all well worth a visit!

1. Undine Falls, Yellowstone
Undine Falls, Wyoming 82190, USA
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Undine Falls plunges down 60 feet with a series of three shorter drops. It's located in Park County along the Grand Loop Road in Yellowstone. The unique setting alone makes this overlooked waterfall in Yellowstone well worth a visit!
2. Firehole Falls, Yellowstone
Firehole Falls, Wyoming 82190, USA
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Firehole Falls is located on the Firehole River, upstream from the confluence of the Firehole and Gibbon Rivers at Madison Junction. It has a drop of around 40 feet. But while you're here, don't ignore the river itself! Did you also know that the Firehole River is the most unique river in Wyoming?
3. Kepler Cascades, Yellowstone
Kepler Cascades, Wyoming 82190, USA
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Kepler Cascades is another waterfall on the Firehole River, and is almost like a miniature (well, not-so-miniature) version of the iconic Yellowstone Falls. The cascade plunges down 150 feet with multiple drops.
4. Shell Falls, Bighorn National Forest
Shell Falls, Wyoming 82441, USA
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Shell Falls is located in Bighorn National Forest on Shell Creek. The falls have a drop of 120 feet. If you want to visit this stunning waterfall and its rocky setting, but aren't feeling a grueling hike, you're in luck! Shell Falls is also one of Wyoming's most accessible waterfalls.
5. Colonnade Falls, Yellowstone
Colonnade Falls, Wyoming 82190, USA
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Colonnade Falls are located along the Bechler River and is accessible by the Bechler River Trail. The falls consist of two waterfalls with the upper reaching a height of 35 feet, while the lower has a height of 67 feet!

The Bechler River has plenty of other surprises too. While you're here, you can also take a dip in these epic hot springs in Yellowstone!
6. Gibbon Falls, Yellowstone
Gibbon Falls, Wyoming 82190, USA
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Gibbon Falls is located along the Gibbon River and has a drop of around 84 feet. The falls are upstream from the confluence of the Gibbon and Firehole Rivers at Madison Junction along Grand Loop Road. Fortunately, this veil-like waterfall in Wyoming is easy to find.
7. Hidden Falls, Grand Teton National Park
Hidden Falls, Wyoming 83414, USA
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Hidden Falls is located on Cascade Creek in Grand Teton National Park. The fall plunges down 100 feet, and is located near Jenny Lake.

True to its name, this waterfall in the Tetons takes a hike to reach.
8. Iris Falls, Yellowstone
Iris Falls, Wyoming 82190, USA
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Iris Falls is located along the Bechler River, just upstream from Colonnade Falls and reaches a height of 45 feet. The fall was named after the Greek goddess of the rainbow.

If you're looking for a waterfall hike with a swimming hole, Wyoming has plenty of those too!

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9. Lewis Falls, Yellowstone
Lewis Falls, Wyoming 82190, USA
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Lewis Falls is located along the Lewis River in Yellowstone and has a 30 foot drop. It's just one of Wyoming's many roadside waterfalls.
10. Moose Falls, Yellowstone
Moose Falls, Wyoming 83013, USA
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Moose Falls plunges down 30 feet, and is located along Crawfish Creek. The waterfall is named after the impressive populations of moose often seen in the area and is uniquely geothermally heated. You'll find this waterfalls plus TEN others on our Wyoming waterfalls road trip.
11. Mystic Falls, Yellowstone
Mystic Falls, Wyoming 82190, USA
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Mystic Falls is a 70-foot tall, cascading waterfall on the Little Firehole River, and it's one of the most popular spots to hike in Yellowstone National Park.
12. Silver Cord Cascade, Yellowstone
Silver Cord Cascade, Wyoming 82190, USA
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Silver Cord Cascade is the tallest waterfall in Yellowstone, and yet surprisingly overlooked by park visitors. Located along Surface Creek, it's considered a horsetail waterfall. Amazingly, Silver Cord Cascade plunges down 1,200 feet!
13. Terraced Falls, Yellowstone
Terraced Falls, Wyoming 83414, USA
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Off the beaten path a ways, Terraced Falls is spectacular cascade located along Fall River. It's a staircase waterfall that flows down 130 feet. The trail to this hidden waterfall in Wyoming is an easy hike to tackle, but a challenging trailhead to reach.
14. Tower Fall, Yellowstone
Tower Fall, Wyoming 82190, USA
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Tower Fall is a waterfall on Tower Creek that plunges down 132 feet. Its name is derived from the unique rock pinnacles at the top of the waterfall making it look like a tower. If you're looking for a gorgeous hike to add to your bucket list, the hike to Tower Falls is one to remember!
15. Union Falls, Yellowstone
Union Falls, Wyoming 82190, USA
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Union Falls is a waterfall located along Mountain Ash Creek. With a height of 250 feet, it's the second-highest waterfall in Yellowstone. In summer, Union Fallsis also home to a gorgeous swimming hole.
16. Virginia Cascades, Yellowstone
Virginia Cascades, Wyoming 82190, USA
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Virginia Cascades is located along the Gibbon River. It cascades from a height of 60 feet.

Which of these Wyoming waterfalls have you seen up close? Are there any more hidden gems around the state that you would add to the list? Let us know!

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