Waterfall Hikes Near Calgary, AB

1,110,000 residents
5 Waterfalls

within 80 km

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Calgary? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within an 80 km radius of Calgary. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 51.0833°N, -114.0833°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Calgary

Today's Conditions

Live data from the Water Survey of Canada

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Calgary have live flow data today

Indian Oils Waterfalls Low Sheep River Falls Low Elbow Falls Moderate O'Shaughnessy Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Low

Updated 30 minutes ago via Water Survey of Canada

Best Day to Hike

Today

Cloudy · 19°F

Tod 19°F Cloudy Best
Fri 9°F Snow
Sat 2°F Cloudy
Sun -1°F Snow Showers
Mon 2°F Cloudy
Tue 4°F Cloudy
Wed 4°F Cloudy

Flowing best right now near Calgary

Updated about 4 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Elbow Falls Moderate · 5.7 m³/s 48th percentile
  2. 2 Indian Oils Waterfalls Moderate · 0.6 m³/s 47th percentile
  3. 3 Sheep River Falls Moderate · 0.6 m³/s 47th percentile
  4. 4 O'Shaughnessy Falls Low · 0.1 m³/s 19th percentile
  5. 5 Horseshoe Falls Low · 0.1 m³/s 19th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Calgary (4 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Elbow Falls waterfall

Elbow Falls

64.3 km away
Alberta
Easy
1.0 km 9 m

Horseshoe Falls

67.5 km away
Alberta
Easy
0.3 km 9 m
O'Shaughnessy Falls waterfall

O'Shaughnessy Falls

74.1 km away
Alberta
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
Sheep River Falls waterfall

Sheep River Falls

79 km away
Alberta
Easy
0.5 km 13 m

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Calgary (2 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Indian Oils Waterfalls waterfall

Indian Oils Waterfalls

78.3 km away
Alberta
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

All 5 Waterfalls Near Calgary

Elbow Falls waterfall

Elbow Falls

64.3 km away
Alberta
Easy
1.0 km 9 m

Horseshoe Falls

67.5 km away
Alberta
Easy
0.3 km 9 m
O'Shaughnessy Falls waterfall

O'Shaughnessy Falls

74.1 km away
Alberta
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
Indian Oils Waterfalls waterfall

Indian Oils Waterfalls

78.3 km away
Alberta
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Sheep River Falls waterfall

Sheep River Falls

79 km away
Alberta
Easy
0.5 km 13 m

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Calgary

Are there free waterfalls near Calgary?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Calgary, including Elbow Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Calgary?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Calgary, including Elbow Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Calgary?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Calgary, including Indian Oils Waterfalls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Calgary?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Calgary, including Elbow Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Calgary?

The shortest waterfall hike near Calgary is Elbow Falls at 0.2 km round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Calgary?

The tallest waterfall near Calgary is Sheep River Falls at 10 metres.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Calgary?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Calgary have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Calgary?

The closest waterfall to Calgary is Elbow Falls, approximately 64.3 km away.

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