Waterfall Hikes Near Dacono, CO

6,260 residents
Denver Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dacono? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dacono. 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 40.0623°N, -104.9476°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dacono

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 29 gauged

8 of 27 waterfalls near Dacono are flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Low Calypso Cascades Strong Chasm Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Moderate Fern Falls Strong Grace Falls Strong Granite Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Marguerite Falls Strong Thousand Falls Strong Timberline Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Patchy Smoke · 93°F

Aft 97°F Patchy Smoke
Wed 93°F Patchy Smoke Best
Thu 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 83°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 82°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Dacono

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Timberline Falls Roaring · 21 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Calypso Cascades Strong · 43 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Missouri Falls Moderate · 57 cfs 73rd percentile
  4. 4 Fern Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 60th percentile
  5. 5 Grace Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 60th percentile
  6. 6 Granite Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 60th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dacono (7 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.

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

23.4 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

37.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Dacono

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

23.4 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

36.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

37.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Calypso Cascades waterfall

Calypso Cascades

40.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.6 miles 700 ft
Ouzel Falls waterfall

Ouzel Falls

41.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
5.4 miles 950 ft
Lyric Falls waterfall

Lyric Falls

42.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

22.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Mertensia Falls waterfall

Mertensia Falls

43.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Columbine Falls waterfall

Columbine Falls

41.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Thunder Falls waterfall

Thunder Falls

44.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Trio Falls waterfall

Trio Falls

42.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Fan Falls waterfall

Fan Falls

44.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Ribbon Falls waterfall

Ribbon Falls

46.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glacier Falls waterfall

Glacier Falls

45.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Alberta Falls waterfall

Alberta Falls

45.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

48 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

48.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grace Falls waterfall

Grace Falls

48.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
War Dance Falls waterfall

War Dance Falls

20.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
12.0 miles 800 ft
Marguerite Falls waterfall

Marguerite Falls

44.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dacono

Are there free waterfalls near Dacono?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dacono?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Dacono, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dacono?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dacono?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dacono, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dacono?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dacono is Adams Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Dacono?

The tallest waterfall near Dacono is Elk Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Dacono require permits?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Dacono require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dacono?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Dacono have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dacono?

The closest waterfall to Dacono is Boulder Falls, approximately 22.1 miles away.

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