There are over 120 waterfalls in Montana (that we know of) and many of them are only accessible by a lengthy drive or hike. Luckily, you can see several of our most beautiful waterfalls by taking a brief walk. Ousel Falls, for example, requires such a brief walk from the designated parking lot, you won’t even realize you’re exercising.

Ousel Falls is located in Gallatin County near Big Sky.

Stephanie Drager / alltrails.com Reaching it requires nothing but a short nature walk of less than a mile (the trail is 1.6 miles round trip).

This waterfall has been called Big Sky’s best secret, even though the trailhead is near the Big Sky Town Center.

Trace Curry / alltrails.com But if you manage to find the trail, you’ll notice that it’s easy, wide, and well-maintained.

The trail follows an alpine ravine that’s been carved away by water flowing towards the Gallatin River.

Ben Lipe / alltrails.com The trail is easy to follow and takes you right to the falls.

Since the trail is easy to navigate, it’s fun to take your time and enjoy it.

Ben Lipe / alltrails.com You’ll notice plenty of benches and places for picnics on the way.

Ousel Falls is a 35-foot waterfall that roars to life with a large amount of whitewater tumbling over its rock walls during the spring runoff and throughout the summer.

Ben Lipe / alltrails.com You can still visit in the winter, although the water might be frozen by then.

The short, easy hike to Ousel Falls was meant to be enjoyed by people of all ages.

Ben Lipe / alltrails.com Fun fact: The waterfall was named after the ouzel bird or water ouzel, also known as the American Dipper.

The beautiful Ousel Falls Trail is fun for the whole family.

Ben Lipe / alltrails.com You can enjoy the hike in any season, although it’s best to go before winter.

Montana’s waterfalls are incredible. Here’s a way to see several of them in one weekend.

Stephanie Drager / alltrails.com

Reaching it requires nothing but a short nature walk of less than a mile (the trail is 1.6 miles round trip).

Trace Curry / alltrails.com

But if you manage to find the trail, you’ll notice that it’s easy, wide, and well-maintained.

Ben Lipe / alltrails.com

The trail is easy to follow and takes you right to the falls.

Ben Lipe / alltrails.com

You’ll notice plenty of benches and places for picnics on the way.

You can still visit in the winter, although the water might be frozen by then.

Ben Lipe / alltrails.com

Fun fact: The waterfall was named after the ouzel bird or water ouzel, also known as the American Dipper.

You can enjoy the hike in any season, although it’s best to go before winter.

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Address: Ousel Falls, Big Sky, MT 59730, USA