Waterfall Hikes Near Broomfield, CO

73,946 residents
Denver Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Twenty-nine waterfalls land on Broomfield's page. Boulder Canyon offers the shortest errand, where Boulder Falls throws seventy feet of water beside the road after a walk of three tenths of a mile, dogs allowed. Wild Basin past Lyons holds the longer days. Copeland Falls arrives early at six tenths of a mile, then Ouzel Falls waits 5.4 miles out beyond 950 feet of climbing. Elk Falls in Staunton State Park demands twelve miles and 1,500 feet of gain for a 75 foot payoff, dogs welcome there too.

Located at 39.9542°N, -105.0526°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Broomfield

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 29 gauged

1 of 27 waterfalls near Broomfield is flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Moderate Calypso Cascades Moderate Chasm Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Strong Fern Falls Low Grace Falls Low Granite Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Low Marguerite Falls Low Thousand Falls Low Missouri Falls Moderate Timberline Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 78°F

Aft 82°F Sunny
Sun 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 76°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 68°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 72°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Fri 78°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Broomfield

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Elk Falls Strong · 14 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Calypso Cascades Strong · 37 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Missouri Falls Moderate · 42 cfs 64th percentile
  4. 4 Boulder Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 63rd percentile
  5. 5 Fern Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 51st percentile
  6. 6 Grace Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 51st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Broomfield (7 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.

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

17.5 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

34.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Broomfield (8 waterfalls)

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

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

25.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Broomfield

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

17.5 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

25.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

30.3 miles away
Colorado
Hard
8.1 miles Unknown
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

34.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Calypso Cascades waterfall

Calypso Cascades

34.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.6 miles 700 ft
Ouzel Falls waterfall

Ouzel Falls

35.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
5.4 miles 950 ft
Lyric Falls waterfall

Lyric Falls

36.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

37.2 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Mertensia Falls waterfall

Mertensia Falls

37.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Columbine Falls waterfall

Columbine Falls

38.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Hard
8.0 miles Unknown
Thunder Falls waterfall

Thunder Falls

38.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Trio Falls waterfall

Trio Falls

38.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Fan Falls waterfall

Fan Falls

38.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Ribbon Falls waterfall

Ribbon Falls

40.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles Unknown
Glacier Falls waterfall

Glacier Falls

41.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Alberta Falls waterfall

Alberta Falls

41.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

42 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Hard
8.1 miles Unknown
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

44.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
6.2 miles Unknown
Grace Falls waterfall

Grace Falls

44.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
8.0 miles Unknown
War Dance Falls waterfall

War Dance Falls

45 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
12.0 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Broomfield

Are there free waterfalls near Broomfield?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Broomfield, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Broomfield?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Broomfield, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Broomfield?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Broomfield, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Broomfield?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Broomfield, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Broomfield?

The shortest waterfall hike near Broomfield is Adams Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Broomfield?

The tallest waterfall near Broomfield is Elk Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Broomfield require permits?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Broomfield require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Broomfield?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Broomfield have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Broomfield?

The closest waterfall to Broomfield is Boulder Falls, approximately 17.5 miles away.

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