Waterfall Hikes Near Centennial, CO

107,702 residents
Denver Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Centennial hangs on the south edge of the metro, which makes the Colorado Springs canyons the quickest waterfall run. Seven Falls stacks 181 feet of water up a box canyon, less than a mile of walking. Helen Hunt Falls pours beside the canyon road, no hike required, and Silver Cascade waits a short climb above it. Rainbow Falls by Manitou needs half a mile. Nine falls make the radius, every one open to dogs.

Located at 39.5926°N, -104.8673°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Centennial

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

5 of 9 waterfalls near Centennial are flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Moderate Elk Falls Barely Flowing Helen Hunt Falls Strong Saint Marys Falls Strong Seven Falls Strong Silver Cascade Falls Strong Missouri Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Strong Snake River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 42 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 62°F

Sun 61°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 62°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 69°F Sunny
Wed 68°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 70°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 70°F Partly Sunny
Sat 65°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Centennial

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Rainbow Falls Strong · 14 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Helen Hunt Falls Strong · 1 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Saint Marys Falls Strong · 1 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Seven Falls Strong · 1 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Silver Cascade Falls Strong · 1 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Boulder Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 52nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Centennial (5 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.

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.8 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

40.8 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

41 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft

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

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

Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

27.3 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Seven Falls waterfall

Seven Falls

40.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Centennial

Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

27.3 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.8 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

38.5 miles away
Colorado
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Seven Falls waterfall

Seven Falls

40.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft
Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

40.8 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

41 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft
Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

42.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
6.3 miles Unknown
Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

43 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

45.3 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Centennial

Are there free waterfalls near Centennial?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Centennial?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Centennial, including Boulder Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Centennial?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Centennial?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Centennial, including Boulder Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Centennial?

The shortest waterfall hike near Centennial is Boulder Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Centennial?

The tallest waterfall near Centennial is Seven Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Centennial?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Centennial have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Centennial?

The closest waterfall to Centennial is Elk Falls, approximately 27.3 miles away.

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