These 7 Magical Montana Trails Are Full Of Wildflowers And Waterfalls

When warm weather begins to spread across the Treasure State, there's no better way to celebrate than by getting outside and going for a beautiful hike. If you love to seek out the best of nature's beauty, you might be wondering where the most beautiful hikes with waterfalls and wildflowers in Montana are.  We've found some of the best hikes to waterfalls in Montana for you, with a generous sprinkling of wildflowers to enjoy along the way. So lace up your boots and get ready to explore!

1. Apikuni Falls Trail, Glacier National Park

When we think of hiking trails with waterfalls in Montana, Glacier National Park comes to mind right away. Located near Browning, this 1.9-mile trail is short and sweet - but by the end, you'll definitely feel like you've hiked. A steep climb for almost a mile takes you straight to the beautiful falls.

The Apikuni Falls Trail is absolutely stunning, and definitely one of the best hikes in Montana. Follow along on this hike to Apikuni Falls in this video:

2. Hyalite Creek Trail, Gallatin National Forest

This 10-mile trail near Bozeman is full of waterfalls - and if you time it right, you'll see plenty of blooming Montana wildflowers along the way. No wonder Hyalite Canyon contains some of Montana's most popular hikes (which means you should get an early start).

3. Hidden Lake Trail, Glacier National Park

You'll find the trailhead to this 5.3-mile trek near East Glacier Park Village, and every step offers sweeping views of the park. You'll start at the west side of the Logan Pass Visitor Center, traversing through alpine meadows until you reach the Continental Divide.

Lose yourself in the wonders of Montana and the Hidden Lake Trail in this wonderful video by At Home in Wild Spaces:

4. Passage Falls Trail, Livingston

The 5-mile out-and-back Passage Falls Trail is relatively easy, so you might see quite a few fellow Montanans enjoying it on a warm summer day. That being said, there's plenty of space for everyone.

5. Siyeh Pass Trail, Glacier National Park

This trail in the stunning Glacier National Park is a whopping 20 miles long, so it's best saved for an overnight backpacking adventure. That being said, you'll only have to hike a few miles of it to see some of the best wildflowers in Montana, as well as waterfalls, of course. And those who do attempt it have called it both amazing and unforgettable.

6. Blodgett Canyon, Bitterroot National Forest

This tranquil 8.5-mile trailhead in Blodgett Canyon can be found near the town of Hamilton, although you may want to wait until early June to avoid the last of the snow. But as soon as the snow melts, the wildflowers bloom and the trail becomes even more stunning.

7. Sweathouse Falls, Victor

This is another Bitterroot hike, which you'll find a few miles west of Victor. It's 5 miles in length and relatively easy to complete, but it's often overlooked, so you just might have the trail to yourself.

Let's take a little hike along Sweathouse Creek to the beautiful Sweathouse Falls in Victor - one of our favorite Montana waterfalls:

These are some of the most beautiful hikes to waterfalls and wildflowers in Montana - which means, of course, they're at their prettiest in the spring when wildflowers fields bloom all around you. These spectacular trails are definitely some of the best hikes in Montana, and well worth the effort. But if you're short on time or have little ones with you, try one of these shorter, kid-friendly trails. Many of these hikes are in relatively remote areas, so be sure to download trail maps from AllTrails Plus so you can navigate offline.