16 Best Waterfalls in Yellowstone National Park

Wyoming‘s wilderness hides a wonderland that enchants adventurers and nature lovers alike – Yellowstone National Park. This legendary park is famous for its mesmerizing geysers, sprawling mountains, diverse wildlife, and overall staggering beauty.

I first visited Yellowstone in 2017 and immediately fell in love with this place that’s one of the wildest on Earth. I grew up in New Jersey; needless to say, there aren’t too many wild areas left in the Northeast. Yellowstone absolutely blew me away.

In the years since, I’ve kept returning. Since my friends and family wondered why I kept returning to the same place, I also started taking them with me. On multiple trips through the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, I’ve explored almost all of the front country sites and a good handful of backcountry hikes.

If you’re in the planning stages of your trip, check out my curated list of Best Things to Do in Yellowstone National Park and my personal Yellowstone Packing List. After visiting the park in all seasons, I’ve got it down, and there’s nothing I love more than sharing information about the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem!

Best Waterfalls in Yellowstone National Park

Everyone always focuses on the thermal features and wildlife of the park, but the waterfalls and cascades always catch my eye. I’ve been on a journey to document as many of them as I can, and below, I’ve picked out a few of my favorite waterfalls in Yellowstone National Park.

As for the rest of the list… there are hundreds of waterfalls in the area, so narrowing it down to 16 was tough. I initially set out to choose a dozen, and I couldn’t help it; I had to add more.

I chose these cascades because they’re (mostly) easy to reach, they’re stunning, and they’re notable as some of the most famous waterfalls in Yellowstone National Park. Below the list, you’ll find some accommodation recommendations and a map of Yellowstone waterfalls to help you navigate on your trip.

Waterfalls in the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone Area

The Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River is one of the highlights of the park. If you’re in shape and up for a workout, you can easily spend a full day hiking in the Canyon area. Not trying to max out your elevation gain? It’s also easy to visit some popular spots without having to stray far from the car.

The Canyon area offers a large campground, lodge, dining room, and visitors center. While a lot of the…