Waterfall Hikes Near Cañada de los Alamos, NM

631 residents
Denver Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cañada de los Alamos? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cañada de los Alamos. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.5927°N, -105.8597°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cañada de los Alamos

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 6 gauged

3 of 5 waterfalls near Cañada de los Alamos are flowing strongly today

Jemez Falls Roaring Lower Frijoles Falls Roaring Upper Frijoles Falls Roaring Nambe Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 81°F

Tod 84°F Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 85°F Sunny
Mon 83°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 81°F Sunny Best
Thu 84°F Sunny
Fri 85°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Cañada de los Alamos

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Jemez Falls Roaring · 17 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Frijoles Falls Roaring · 375 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Frijoles Falls Roaring · 375 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Nambe Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 31st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cañada de los Alamos (1 waterfall)

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.

Jemez Falls waterfall

Jemez Falls

44.5 miles away
New Mexico
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cañada de los Alamos (3 waterfalls)

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

Rio Quemado Falls

37 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pecos Falls waterfall

Pecos Falls

30.7 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Cañada de los Alamos

Nambe Falls waterfall

Nambe Falls

41 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Frijoles Falls waterfall

Lower Frijoles Falls

32.3 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Upper Frijoles Falls waterfall

Upper Frijoles Falls

32.3 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

Rio Quemado Falls

37 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pecos Falls waterfall

Pecos Falls

30.7 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jemez Falls waterfall

Jemez Falls

44.5 miles away
New Mexico
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cañada de los Alamos

Are there free waterfalls near Cañada de los Alamos?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Cañada de los Alamos, including Pecos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cañada de los Alamos?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Cañada de los Alamos, including Jemez Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cañada de los Alamos?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cañada de los Alamos, including Jemez Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cañada de los Alamos?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cañada de los Alamos, including Jemez Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cañada de los Alamos?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Cañada de los Alamos, including Nambe Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cañada de los Alamos?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cañada de los Alamos is Jemez Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cañada de los Alamos?

The tallest waterfall near Cañada de los Alamos is Jemez Falls at 70 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Cañada de los Alamos require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Cañada de los Alamos requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cañada de los Alamos?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Cañada de los Alamos have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cañada de los Alamos?

The closest waterfall to Cañada de los Alamos is Nambe Falls, approximately 14.3 miles away.

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