Waterfall Hikes Near Angel Fire, NM

963 residents
Denver Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Three falls make the list around Angel Fire, all of them reached through the high country of the Sangre de Cristos. Pecos Falls asks for a six-mile round trip, best in early summer while snowmelt still feeds the meadows. Dogs can come. Rio Quemado Falls above Truchas is a two-mile walk with 300 feet of gain. Petrero Waterfall takes the same distance and climb. Carry water and give yourself time; every trailhead out here starts high.

Located at 36.3821°N, -105.2718°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Angel Fire

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 3 gauged

2 waterfalls near Angel Fire have live flow data today

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny then Patchy Smoke · 84°F

Wed 84°F Sunny then Patchy Smoke Best
Thu 84°F Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 83°F Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Angel Fire

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Petrero Waterfall Low · 3 cfs 12th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Angel Fire (2 waterfalls)

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

New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
New Mexico
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Angel Fire

New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
New Mexico
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
New Mexico
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Angel Fire

Are there free waterfalls near Angel Fire?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Angel Fire, including Pecos Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Angel Fire?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Angel Fire, including Pecos Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Angel Fire?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Angel Fire, including Pecos Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Angel Fire?

The shortest waterfall hike near Angel Fire is Pecos Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Angel Fire?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Angel Fire have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Angel Fire?

The closest waterfall to Angel Fire is Pecos Falls, approximately 33.9 miles away.

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