15 Best Waterfalls in Wyoming (2026 Updated)
Of the 89 named waterfalls in Wyoming, these 15 earn the strongest visitor ratings, led by Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River, Moose Falls, and Union Falls. The list spans the Yellowstone and Grand Teton, Wind River and Wyoming Ranges, and Bighorn Mountains and Central Wyoming.
How We Picked
We ranked the 20 publicly accessible Wyoming waterfalls with at least five Google reviews by a weighted rating that balances score against review volume, so a 4.9 from a dozen reviewers counts for less than a 4.8 from thousands. Every waterfall links to a full page with coordinates, maps and nearby falls.
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1. Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River
Cody, WY · Park County · Yellowstone and Grand Teton
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.9-star Google rating and is the 6th most reviewed in the state, with 77 reviews. 90% of reviewers give it five stars. Older records also call it Great Falls of the Yellowstone River. It is one of 61 named falls in the Yellowstone and Grand Teton region. Crystal Falls is only 0.2 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Cody, about 72 miles to the east.
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2. Moose Falls
Moose Wilson Road, WY · Teton County · Yellowstone and Grand Teton
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.9-star Google rating and is the 9th most reviewed in the state, with 40 reviews. 90% of reviewers give it five stars. It is one of 61 named falls in the Yellowstone and Grand Teton region. The nearest town is Moose Wilson Road, about 44 miles to the south.
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3. Union Falls
Moose Wilson Road, WY · Teton County · Yellowstone and Grand Teton
Why it made the list
Visitors rate it 5.0 stars across 15 reviews. It is one of 61 named falls in the Yellowstone and Grand Teton region. The nearest town is Moose Wilson Road, about 46 miles to the south.
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4. Popo Agie Falls
Lander, WY · Fremont County · Wind River and Wyoming Ranges
Why it made the list
Visitors rate it 4.9 stars across 32 reviews. 88% of reviewers give it five stars. Reviews most often mention elevation gain, family hike, cold water, and scenic. Older records also call it The Sinks. It is one of 18 named falls in the Wind River and Wyoming Ranges region. The nearest town is Lander, about 11 miles to the northeast.
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5. Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River
Cody, WY · Park County · Yellowstone and Grand Teton
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.8-star Google rating and is the 2nd most reviewed in the state, with 229 reviews. 88% of reviewers give it five stars. Google's listing sums it up as: "Powerful waterfall in Yellowstone National Park featuring various hiking trails & viewing areas." It is one of 61 named falls in the Yellowstone and Grand Teton region. Crystal Falls is only 0.4 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Cody, about 72 miles to the east.
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6. Garden Creek Waterfall
Mills, WY · Natrona County · Bighorn Mountains and Central Wyoming
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.8-star Google rating and is the 4th most reviewed in the state, with 111 reviews. 92% of reviewers give it five stars. Google's listing sums it up as: "This cascading waterfall along Garden Creek in Rotary Park can be viewed from Bridle Trail." Reviews most often mention observation decks, harder trails, view of town, and short hike. It is one of 10 named falls in the Bighorn Mountains and Central Wyoming region. The nearest town is Mills, about 5.4 miles to the north.
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7. Shell Falls
Greybull, WY · Big Horn County · Bighorn Mountains and Central Wyoming
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.8-star Google rating and is the 5th most reviewed in the state, with 83 reviews. 89% of reviewers give it five stars. Google's listing sums it up as: "Natural attraction featuring a large waterfall with informational signs & an interpretive center." Reviews most often mention canyon, walking routes, overlooks, and scenic drive. It is one of 10 named falls in the Bighorn Mountains and Central Wyoming region. The nearest town is Greybull, about 23 miles to the west.
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8. Rustic Falls
Cody, WY · Park County · Yellowstone and Grand Teton
Why it made the list
Visitors rate it 4.9 stars across 14 reviews. Older records also call it Rural Falls. It is one of 61 named falls in the Yellowstone and Grand Teton region. Osprey Falls is only 2.2 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Cody, about 87 miles to the east.
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9. Firehole Falls
Moose Wilson Road, WY · Teton County · Yellowstone and Grand Teton
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.8-star Google rating and is the 7th most reviewed in the state, with 61 reviews. 85% of reviewers give it five stars. Google's listing sums it up as: "Rushing waterfall with a 40-ft. drop over volcanic rock formations, reachable by a picturesque hike." It is one of 61 named falls in the Yellowstone and Grand Teton region. Cascades of the Firehole is only 1.1 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Moose Wilson Road, about 76 miles to the south.
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10. Beartooth Falls
Cody, WY · Park County · Yellowstone and Grand Teton
Why it made the list
Visitors rate it 4.9 stars across 10 reviews. It is one of 61 named falls in the Yellowstone and Grand Teton region. The nearest town is Cody, about 39 miles to the southeast.
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11. Brooks Lake Creek Falls
Jackson, WY · Fremont County · Wind River and Wyoming Ranges
Why it made the list
Visitors rate it 4.8 stars across 12 reviews. Reviews most often mention camps, trail, hike, and falls. It is one of 18 named falls in the Wind River and Wyoming Ranges region. The nearest town is Jackson, about 43 miles to the west.
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12. Duck Creek Falls
Wheatland, WY · Albany County · Bighorn Mountains and Central Wyoming
Why it made the list
Visitors rate it 4.8 stars across 5 reviews. Reviews most often mention hiking. It is one of 10 named falls in the Bighorn Mountains and Central Wyoming region. The nearest town is Wheatland, about 24 miles to the east.
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13. Cave Falls
Moose Wilson Road, WY · Teton County · Yellowstone and Grand Teton
Why it made the list
Visitors rate it 4.7 stars across 21 reviews. 76% of reviewers give it five stars. It is one of 61 named falls in the Yellowstone and Grand Teton region. Bechler Falls is only 0.7 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Moose Wilson Road, about 43 miles to the south.
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14. Fairy Falls
Moose Wilson Road, WY · Teton County · Yellowstone and Grand Teton
Why it made the list
Visitors rate it 4.7 stars across 24 reviews. 75% of reviewers give it five stars. It is one of 61 named falls in the Yellowstone and Grand Teton region. Mystic Falls is only 2.8 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Moose Wilson Road, about 69 miles to the south.
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15. Undine Falls
Cody, WY · Park County · Yellowstone and Grand Teton
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.7-star Google rating and is the 8th most reviewed in the state, with 50 reviews. 84% of reviewers give it five stars. Google's listing sums it up as: "3-tiered waterfall viewable from an overlook off Grand Loop Road in Yellowstone National Park." Older records also call it Cascade of the East Gardiner Falls and Gardiners Falls. It is one of 61 named falls in the Yellowstone and Grand Teton region. Wraith Falls is only 0.9 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Cody, about 83 miles to the east.
When to Visit Wyoming's Waterfalls
Wyoming's falls run highest with mountain snowmelt, generally from late May through early July, with peak flows a little later at higher elevations. Yellowstone's interior roads usually open to cars in spring and close in early November, so late May through October is the practical window for most park falls; in winter, the interior is reached mainly by snowcoach or snowmobile tours. The Bechler area is often wet and buggy in early summer, and river fords there are more manageable later in the season. Wind River backcountry falls are best visited from July into September, once trails melt out. September brings fewer crowds and golden aspens, though snow can arrive early at elevation.
Before You Go
Most of Wyoming's falls lie in Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks or in national forests such as the Bridger-Teton, Shoshone and Bighorn, which brings entrance fees for the parks and busy summer parking at popular stops such as the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and Jenny Lake. Grizzly and black bears inhabit the northwest and the Wind Rivers, so bear spray and good food storage are standard. In Yellowstone, stay on boardwalks and trails near thermal areas and keep well away from bison and elk. Canyon rims and wet rock around falls are dangerous, and snowmelt rivers are cold and swift. Afternoon thunderstorms and lightning are common in summer at high elevations.
Read our waterfall safety rules and packing list before heading out.
Explore More Wyoming Waterfalls
See all 89 waterfalls in the Wyoming waterfall guide, or browse by town: Cody, Moose Wilson Road, Lander, Mills, Greybull, Jackson, Wheatland.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best waterfall in Wyoming?
Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River tops our 2026 list, with a 4.9-star rating from 77 Google reviews. It is near Cody in Park County.
How was this list made?
We ranked the 20 publicly accessible Wyoming waterfalls with at least five Google reviews by a weighted rating that balances score against review volume, so a 4.9 from a dozen reviewers counts for less than a 4.8 from thousands.
How many waterfalls are in Wyoming?
Our directory lists 89 named waterfalls in Wyoming. See them all, sorted by town, in the Wyoming waterfall guide.
Why does Teton County have so many waterfalls?
Teton County includes Grand Teton National Park and a large part of southwestern Yellowstone, including the Firehole River country and the Bechler area known as Cascade Corner. Together they account for 46 of Wyoming's 89 named falls in our directory.