Waterfall Hikes Near Bluff, UT

123 residents
Denver Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bluff? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bluff. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 37.2871°N, -109.5730°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bluff

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Bluff have live flow data today

McElmo Falls Barely Flowing Upper Jump Moderate The Thumb Pour Off Moderate

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Sunny · 97°F

Wed 92°F Patchy Smoke then Sunny
Thu 95°F Patchy Smoke then Sunny
Fri 96°F Sunny
Ind 97°F Sunny Best
Sun 98°F Sunny
Mon 100°F Sunny
Tue 101°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Bluff

Updated 26 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 The Thumb Pour Off Moderate · 650 cfs 70th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Jump Moderate · 4000 cfs 40th percentile
  3. 3 McElmo Falls Barely Flowing · 10 cfs 3rd percentile

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All 3 Waterfalls Near Bluff

The Thumb Pour Off waterfall

The Thumb Pour Off

Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

McElmo Falls

40.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Jump waterfall

Upper Jump

44.4 miles away
In Canyonlands National Park
Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bluff

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bluff?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Bluff, including The Thumb Pour Off.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bluff?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bluff is McElmo Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bluff?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Bluff have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bluff?

The closest waterfall to Bluff is The Thumb Pour Off, approximately 27.2 miles away.

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