
About This Waterfall
This one of the tallest waterfall in Montana's Glacier National Park. The falls are also known as Diamond Falls (because as the water falls, it splits into two channels, then converges before it reaches the floor of the valley, forming a jagged diamond shape in the cliff,) and Lincoln Falls, obviously for the lake that it falls into. Prior to 1939, the NPS referred to the falls as Lincoln Falls. The falls require at minimum a 9 mile (one way) hike to reach. Many sources cite the height as 1344', but this can't be possible according to USGS map data. The difference in elevation between the lakes is 1331', and there is a 40' contour above the falls that is mostly level, so 1291' is likely a more realistic figure. Either way, it's a very large waterfall surrounded by world class scenery.
Waterfall Details
Waterfall Form
Tiered Horsetails
Total Height
1,291ft
Tallest Drop
517ft
Number of Drops
3
Run
500ft
Avg Width
50ft
Max Width
150ft
Pitch
75°
Magnitude
61.06
High Flow
50cfs
Low Flow
1cfs
Getting There
GPS Coordinates
48.594400, -113.762200
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Tips
Best photos during golden hour or after rain.
A hike may be required to reach the falls.
Parking available nearby.
Safety Info
Stay on marked trails. Rocks near waterfalls are extremely slippery.
Never swim at the top of a waterfall. Strong currents can be deceptive.
Respect the environment. Pack out everything you bring in.