Iris Falls

Iris Falls is a waterfall in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming that drops 14 meters along the Bechler River. The water rushes down a steep vertical section, moving through rocky terrain as it continues downstream.

The waterfall was named and documented in 1885 by members of the Arnold Hague Geological Survey. This official designation established it as a recognized natural feature within the park's early exploration records.

The name references the Greek goddess Iris, a divine messenger known for connecting worlds. Visitors notice how the waterfall's mist and movement seem to honor this mythological connection to natural communication.

The Bechler River Trail provides access to this waterfall, though it requires proper hiking gear and preparation for changing weather. Visitors should expect conditions to vary by season and plan accordingly for their journey.

This waterfall sits just upstream from Colonnade Falls, creating a pair of drops along the Bechler River. The sequence of these two falls shapes how the river flows and looks through this section of the park.

Location: Wyoming

Height: 14 m

Part of: Bechler River

GPS coordinates: 44.24170,-110.94400

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:41