Waterfall Hikes Near Commerce City, CO

63,050 residents
Denver Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Foothills trips out of Commerce City start about an hour west. Boulder Falls is the cheap ticket, a 70 footer off the canyon road with only 0.3 miles of walking, dogs okay. Wild Basin rewards patience, Copeland Falls arriving at 0.6 miles and Ouzel Falls at 5.4 after 950 feet of climbing. The long haul is Elk Falls, twelve miles round trip inside Staunton State Park. Missouri Falls splits the difference at 4.5 miles. Eight falls land in range.

Located at 39.8641°N, -104.8430°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Commerce City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 62°F

Tod 68°F Partly Sunny
Vet 64°F Sunny
Thu 68°F Sunny
Fri 66°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 62°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 62°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 62°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Commerce City

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Copeland Falls Strong · 40 cfs 81st percentile
  2. 2 Lyric Falls Strong · 40 cfs 81st percentile
  3. 3 Ouzel Falls Strong · 40 cfs 81st percentile
  4. 4 Timberline Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 64th percentile
  5. 5 Elk Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 43rd percentile
  6. 6 Missouri Falls Low · 27 cfs 14th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Commerce City (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.

30.8 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
47.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Commerce City (2 waterfalls)

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

41.6 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Commerce City

30.1 miles away
Colorado
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
30.8 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
41.6 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
43.6 miles away
Colorado
Hard
8.1 miles Unknown
47.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
47.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.6 miles 700 ft
48.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
5.4 miles 950 ft
49.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Commerce City

Are there free waterfalls near Commerce City?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Commerce City, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Commerce City?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Commerce City, including Boulder Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Commerce City?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Commerce City, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Commerce City?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Commerce City, including Boulder Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Commerce City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Commerce City is Boulder Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Commerce City?

The tallest waterfall near Commerce City is Elk Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Commerce City require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Commerce City require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Commerce City?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Commerce City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Commerce City?

The closest waterfall to Commerce City is Missouri Falls, approximately 30.1 miles away.

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