Kootenai Falls, Natural waterfall in Lincoln County, Montana, United States.
Kootenai Falls spans 846 feet across the Kootenai River, dropping 56 feet through multiple cascades of water flowing at 25,820 cubic feet per second.
David Thompson, a Canadian explorer, navigated the Kootenai River in the early 1800s, establishing routes around the falls following Native American trails.
The falls holds spiritual importance for the Kootenai Tribe, who consider this location the center of their world for connecting with guiding spirits.
The waterfall is accessible through a foot trail from the parking area near U.S. Route 2, with no entrance fees required for visitors.
A 2019 suspension footbridge crosses the river near the falls, allowing visitors to view the cascading waters from different perspectives.
Location: Montana
GPS coordinates: 48.45550,-115.76322
Latest update: May 28, 2025 11:13
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