Waterfall Hikes Near Cañon City, CO

17,059 residents

Denver Time Zone

9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Cañon City is Royal Gorge country, and its waterfall radius pulls from two mountain ranges. North Cheyenne Cañon, up toward Colorado Springs, holds Helen Hunt Falls at the roadside and Saint Marys Falls at the end of 6.3 miles. West of the Wet Mountain Valley, Venable Falls and Macey Falls each take a six mile round trip into the Sangre de Cristos. Crystal Falls is the short day at 1.2 miles with 200 feet of gain. Nearly every trail here takes dogs. Nine falls in all.

Located at 38.4430°N, -105.2203°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cañon City

Today's Conditions

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Water Flow

5 of 9 gauged

5 waterfalls near Cañon City have live flow data today

Helen Hunt Falls Moderate Saint Marys Falls Moderate Seven Falls Moderate Silver Cascade Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate

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Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 79°F

Aft 90°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 85°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 83°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Fri 85°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 79°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best

Sun 76°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cañon City (3 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.

Silver Cascade Falls

30.1 miles away

Colorado

Easy

0.7 miles 200 ft

Helen Hunt Falls

30.3 miles away

Colorado

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cañon City (9 waterfalls)

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

Saint Marys Falls

28.8 miles away

Colorado

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Seven Falls

30.8 miles away

Colorado

Moderate

0.8 miles 224 ft

Rainbow Falls

33.3 miles away

Colorado

Moderate

2.4 miles Unknown

Venable Falls

33.8 miles away

Colorado

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Cañon City

Saint Marys Falls

28.8 miles away

Colorado

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Silver Cascade Falls

30.1 miles away

Colorado

Easy

0.7 miles 200 ft

Helen Hunt Falls

30.3 miles away

Colorado

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Seven Falls

30.8 miles away

Colorado

Moderate

0.8 miles 224 ft

Rainbow Falls

33.3 miles away

Colorado

Moderate

2.4 miles Unknown

Venable Falls

33.8 miles away

Colorado

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Crystal Falls

34.6 miles away

Colorado

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

LiDAR

Macey Falls

36.1 miles away

Colorado

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Apache Falls

38.5 miles away

Colorado

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cañon City

Are there free waterfalls near Cañon City?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Cañon City, including Apache Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cañon City?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Cañon City, including Crystal Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cañon City?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cañon City, including Apache Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cañon City?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cañon City, including Apache Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cañon City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cañon City is Apache Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cañon City?

The tallest waterfall near Cañon City is Seven Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cañon City?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Cañon City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cañon City?

The closest waterfall to Cañon City is Saint Marys Falls, approximately 28.8 miles away.

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