Waterfall Hikes Near Cowley, WY

668 residents
Denver Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cowley? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cowley. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 44.8834°N, -108.4693°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cowley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

3 of 4 waterfalls near Cowley are flowing strongly today

Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Bucking Mule Falls Roaring Melody Falls Roaring Porcupine Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Partly Sunny · 79°F

Wed 79°F Partly Sunny Best
Thu 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 87°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 71°F Rain Showers Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 74°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 82°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Cowley

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bucking Mule Falls Roaring · 1310 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Melody Falls Roaring · 1310 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Porcupine Falls Roaring · 1310 cfs 98th percentile
  4. 4 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 2480 cfs 40th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cowley (3 waterfalls)

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

Bucking Mule Falls

20.5 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
4.6 miles 500 ft
Porcupine Falls waterfall

Porcupine Falls

2.5 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
0.8 miles 400 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

23.2 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Cowley

Melody Falls

47 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Bucking Mule Falls

20.5 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
4.6 miles 500 ft
Porcupine Falls waterfall

Porcupine Falls

2.5 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
0.8 miles 400 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

23.2 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cowley

Are there free waterfalls near Cowley?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Cowley, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cowley?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cowley, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cowley?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cowley, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cowley?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Cowley, including Porcupine Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cowley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cowley is Bridal Veil Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cowley?

The tallest waterfall near Cowley is Bucking Mule Falls at 600 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cowley?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Cowley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cowley?

The closest waterfall to Cowley is Melody Falls, approximately 18.6 miles away.

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