Waterfall · Glacier County, Montana

White Quiver Falls

Waterfall about 39 miles northeast of Columbia Falls, MT.

Photo of Rainbow Falls, a waterfall 5.8 miles from White Quiver Falls
Pictured: nearby Rainbow Falls (5.8 mi)

About White Quiver Falls

White Quiver Falls is a named waterfall in Glacier County, Montana, located about 39 miles northeast of Columbia Falls. The U.S. Geological Survey records it on the Mount Cleveland 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle at 48°53′09″ N, 113°48′53″ W (48.88590, -113.81481). Named features close by in the federal gazetteer include Pyramid Creek (stream, under 0.1 mi), Mokowanis Lake (lake, 0.5 mi), and Pyramid Peak (summit, 1.1 mi). The nearest other waterfall in this directory is Mokowanis Cascade, 1.4 miles to the southwest.

Weather at White Quiver Falls

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Conditions at White Quiver Falls

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Live discharge in cubic feet per second (ft³/s). The gauge may be on a different stream than the falls; use the trend as a rough guide to how much water is running in the area.

Map and Directions

The marker shows the USGS-recorded position of White Quiver Falls. Trailheads and parking can be some distance from the falls themselves, so plan your route with an up-to-date trail map.

Named Landmarks Nearby

These named features from the USGS Geographic Names Information System lie within two miles of White Quiver Falls. Stream positions mark the stream's mouth as recorded by USGS.

  • Pyramid Creek — stream, under 0.1 mi
  • Mokowanis Lake — lake, 0.5 mi
  • Pyramid Peak — summit, 1.1 mi
  • Whitecrow Lake — lake, 1.2 mi
  • Glenns Lake — lake, 1.4 mi
  • Atsina Lake — lake, 1.5 mi
  • Margaret Lake — lake, 1.6 mi
  • Mount Merritt — summit, 1.6 mi

Before You Visit

  • Water levels change quickly. Flow is usually strongest after rain and during snowmelt; see the best time to visit waterfalls.
  • Stay back from the brink and off wet rock. Our waterfall safety guide covers the most common hazards.
  • Check land ownership and access before you go. Some named falls sit on private property or in areas without a maintained trail.
  • Download offline maps and save the coordinates 48.88590, -113.81481. Use our waterfall hike packing list.

Waterfalls Near White Quiver Falls

Photo of Rainbow Falls, a waterfall 5.7 miles from Mokowanis Cascade
Pictured: nearby Rainbow Falls (5.7 mi)

Mokowanis Cascade

Columbia Falls, MT · 1.4 mi southwest
Photo of Rainbow Falls, a waterfall 5.6 miles from Atsina Falls
Pictured: nearby Rainbow Falls (5.6 mi)

Atsina Falls

Columbia Falls, MT · 1.8 mi southwest
Photo of Rainbow Falls, a waterfall 5.8 miles from Paiota Falls
Pictured: nearby Rainbow Falls (5.8 mi)

Paiota Falls

Columbia Falls, MT · 1.9 mi southwest
Photo of Rainbow Falls, a waterfall 6.2 miles from Raven Quiver Falls
Pictured: nearby Rainbow Falls (6.2 mi)

Raven Quiver Falls

Columbia Falls, MT · 2.0 mi southwest
Photo of Redrock Falls, a waterfall 5.7 miles from Ipasha Falls
Pictured: nearby Redrock Falls (5.7 mi)

Ipasha Falls

Columbia Falls, MT · 2.6 mi south
Photo of Apikuni Falls, a waterfall 7.4 miles from Dawn Mist Falls
Pictured: nearby Apikuni Falls (7.4 mi)

Dawn Mist Falls

North Browning, MT · 4.5 mi east

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is White Quiver Falls located?

White Quiver Falls is in Glacier County, Montana, about 39 miles northeast of Columbia Falls. Its coordinates are 48.88590, -113.81481 (48°53′09″ N, 113°48′53″ W).

What town is closest to White Quiver Falls?

The closest town with 1,000 or more residents is Columbia Falls, MT, about 39 miles away in a straight line. Driving distance is usually longer, so check the route before you go.

What waterfalls are near White Quiver Falls?

The closest is Mokowanis Cascade (1.4 mi southwest). Others within reach include Atsina Falls (1.8 mi), Paiota Falls (1.9 mi), and Raven Quiver Falls (2.0 mi).

Which USGS topographic map shows White Quiver Falls?

White Quiver Falls appears on the USGS Mount Cleveland 7.5-minute quadrangle. You can view it in The National Map viewer or download the US Topo sheet for offline navigation.