Waterfall Hikes Near Carbondale, CO

6,497 residents
Denver Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Carbondale? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Carbondale. 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 39.3949°N, -107.2148°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Carbondale

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 11 gauged

4 of 9 waterfalls near Carbondale are flowing strongly today

Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing East Fork Falls Strong East Middle Fork Falls Strong Hayes Creek Falls Barely Flowing Judd Falls Strong Rifle Falls Moderate Whitnach Falls Roaring South Fork Falls Barely Flowing Snyder Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 80°F

Tod 92°F Partly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 88°F Partly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best
Sat 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Carbondale

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Whitnach Falls Roaring · 650 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Rifle Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 32nd percentile
  3. 3 East Fork Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 26th percentile
  4. 4 East Middle Fork Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 26th percentile
  5. 5 Snyder Falls Low · 7 cfs 20th percentile
  6. 6 South Fork Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 6th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Carbondale (2 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.

Judd Falls waterfall

Judd Falls

43.7 miles away
Colorado
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Carbondale (7 waterfalls)

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

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

36.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hayes Creek Falls waterfall

Hayes Creek Falls

22.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Fork Falls waterfall

South Fork Falls

23.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Carbondale

Whitnach Falls

15 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

36.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spouting Rock waterfall

Spouting Rock

8 miles away
Colorado
Hard
1.2 miles 1,200 ft
Hayes Creek Falls waterfall

Hayes Creek Falls

22.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Fork Falls waterfall

South Fork Falls

23.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Judd Falls waterfall

Judd Falls

43.7 miles away
Colorado
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

Bessies Falls

26.8 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rifle Falls waterfall

Rifle Falls

47.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
East Fork Falls waterfall

East Fork Falls

24.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

East Middle Fork Falls

34.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Snyder Falls waterfall

Snyder Falls

47 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Carbondale

Are there free waterfalls near Carbondale?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Carbondale, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Carbondale?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Carbondale, including Judd Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Carbondale?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Carbondale, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Carbondale?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Carbondale, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Carbondale?

The shortest waterfall hike near Carbondale is Bessies Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Carbondale?

The tallest waterfall near Carbondale is Bridal Veil Falls at 365 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Carbondale require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Carbondale requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Carbondale?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Carbondale have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Carbondale?

The closest waterfall to Carbondale is Whitnach Falls, approximately 9.5 miles away.

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