About Palisade Falls Trailhead
Popular 1/2 mile nature trail, fully accessible and paved, providing views to Palisade Falls. Picnic area and accessible vault toilet at trailhead. No drinking water available.
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Palisade Falls Trailhead
Pray, Montana · Gallatin County · Facility
Popular 1/2 mile nature trail, fully accessible and paved, providing views to Palisade Falls. Picnic area and accessible vault toilet at trailhead. No drinking water available.
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45.46818, -110.93866
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Weather at Palisade Falls Trailhead
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
68°/45°
💧 1%🌬 15mph
↑ 7:23 AM ↓ 7:01 PM
Sat
Overcast
63°/41°
🌬 8mph
↑ 7:24 AM ↓ 6:59 PM
Sun
Mostly Clear
72°/47°
🌬 8mph
↑ 7:26 AM ↓ 6:57 PM
Mon
Overcast
74°/52°
🌬 14mph
↑ 7:27 AM ↓ 6:56 PM
Tue
Overcast
70°/51°
🌬 12mph
↑ 7:28 AM ↓ 6:54 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
Plan Your Visit to Palisade Falls Trailhead
Heading to Palisade Falls Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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