Waterfall Hikes Near Craig, CO

9,013 residents
Denver Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Craig? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Craig. 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 40.5171°N, -107.5554°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Craig

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 5 gauged

4 waterfalls near Craig have live flow data today

Fish Creek Falls Low Rifle Falls Moderate South Fork Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Partly Sunny · 93°F

Aft 93°F Partly Sunny Best
Wed 89°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 80°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Craig

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 South Fork Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 36th percentile
  2. 2 Fish Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 7 cfs 2nd percentile
  3. 3 Rifle Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 2nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Craig (1 waterfall)

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.

Rifle Falls waterfall

Rifle Falls

47.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Craig (4 waterfalls)

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

Morgan Creek Falls

23.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Fish Creek Falls waterfall

Fish Creek Falls

37.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.5 miles 150 ft
South Fork Falls waterfall

South Fork Falls

23.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Craig

Morgan Creek Falls

23.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Fish Creek Falls waterfall

Fish Creek Falls

37.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.5 miles 150 ft

Bessies Falls

26.8 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
Rifle Falls waterfall

Rifle Falls

47.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Craig

Are there free waterfalls near Craig?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Craig, including Morgan Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Craig?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Craig, including Rifle Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Craig?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Craig, including Fish Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Craig?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Craig, including Fish Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Craig?

The shortest waterfall hike near Craig is Bessies Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Craig?

The tallest waterfall near Craig is Fish Creek Falls at 280 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Craig?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Craig have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Craig?

The closest waterfall to Craig is Morgan Creek Falls, approximately 16.2 miles away.

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