Waterfall Hikes Near Crested Butte, CO

1,434 residents
Denver Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Crested Butte? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Crested Butte. 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 38.8676°N, -106.9773°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Crested Butte

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 9 gauged

1 of 8 waterfalls near Crested Butte is flowing strongly today

Bedrock Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Judd Falls Barely Flowing Whitnach Falls Strong Snyder Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 82°F

Wed 82°F Sunny Best
Thu 83°F Sunny
Fri 85°F Sunny
Sat 84°F Sunny
Sun 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 80°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Crested Butte

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Whitnach Falls Moderate · 292 cfs 72nd percentile
  2. 2 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 1100 cfs 41st percentile
  3. 3 Agnes Vaille Falls Low · 175 cfs 18th percentile
  4. 4 The Falls Low · 175 cfs 18th percentile
  5. 5 Bedrock Falls Barely Flowing · 94 cfs 7th percentile
  6. 6 Snyder Falls Barely Flowing · 7 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Crested Butte (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
Agnes Vaille Falls waterfall

Agnes Vaille Falls

9.8 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Crested Butte (4 waterfalls)

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

Hayes Creek Falls waterfall

Hayes Creek Falls

22.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Crested Butte

Judd Falls waterfall

Judd Falls

43.7 miles away
Colorado
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hayes Creek Falls waterfall

Hayes Creek Falls

22.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Whitnach Falls

15 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bedrock Falls waterfall

Bedrock Falls

41.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snyder Falls waterfall

Snyder Falls

47 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Agnes Vaille Falls waterfall

Agnes Vaille Falls

9.8 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

9.8 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Crested Butte

Are there free waterfalls near Crested Butte?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Crested Butte, including Agnes Vaille Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Crested Butte?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Crested Butte, including Agnes Vaille Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Crested Butte?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Crested Butte, including Agnes Vaille Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Crested Butte?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Crested Butte, including Agnes Vaille Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Crested Butte?

The shortest waterfall hike near Crested Butte is Agnes Vaille Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Crested Butte?

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

Do any waterfalls near Crested Butte require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Crested Butte?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Crested Butte have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Crested Butte?

The closest waterfall to Crested Butte is Judd Falls, approximately 4.6 miles away.

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