Hike: Palisade Falls

Palisade Falls is located in the Hyalite Canyon trail system and is a gorgeous waterfall. I have hiked this trail numerous times, but the beauty of the falls never gets old. Also, there is a great area surrounding the trailhead parking lot that has fire rings. One morning, I drove out here early and enjoyed a campfire before hiking up to see the falls.

Similar to Grotto Falls, this trail is very easy; it is a walk rather than a hike. This trail is completely paved from the start at the parking lot all the way to the falls itself. However, unlike the Grotto Falls trail, the trail to Palisade Falls does have a slight incline. This trail can get pretty busy, but the area surrounding the falls is quite spacious so there is always room to spread out, take pictures, and maybe even host a picnic near the falls.

This trail is another one that is perfect for non-hikers, children, and anyone requiring a handicapped accessible trail.

Until next time.........

MontanaMarci!

Palisade Falls Basics:

Elevation Gain: 250 Feet
Trail Distance: Maybe 1/2 mile (roundtrip)
Estimated hike time: 15-20ish minutes (roundtrip)
MontanaMarci's Favoritism Rating: 2-3^s
Trail Highlights: Nice waterfall; great place for a fire
Difficulty: 0/5

On the road to the falls

Palisade Falls

Fire before the falls