Waterfall Hikes Near Dakota Ridge, CO

34,234 residents
Denver Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dakota Ridge? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dakota Ridge. 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 39.6192°N, -105.1344°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dakota Ridge

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

1 of 10 waterfalls near Dakota Ridge is flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Calypso Cascades Moderate Copeland Falls Barely Flowing Lyric Falls Barely Flowing Ouzel Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Strong Missouri Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Moderate Timberline Falls Moderate Snake River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 93°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 95°F Sunny
Mon 90°F Sunny
Tue 90°F Sunny Best
Wed 92°F Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Dakota Ridge

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Elk Falls Strong · 22 cfs 77th percentile
  2. 2 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 67th percentile
  3. 3 Timberline Falls Moderate · 22 cfs 60th percentile
  4. 4 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 53 cfs 59th percentile
  5. 5 Copeland Falls Moderate · 100 cfs 28th percentile
  6. 6 Lyric Falls Moderate · 100 cfs 28th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dakota Ridge (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.

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

14.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dakota Ridge (5 waterfalls)

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

Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

18.3 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

1.6 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

35.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown

All 10 Waterfalls Near Dakota Ridge

Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

18.3 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

1.6 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

14.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

35.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

40.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

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

Calypso Cascades

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

Ouzel Falls

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

Lyric Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dakota Ridge

Are there free waterfalls near Dakota Ridge?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Dakota Ridge, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dakota Ridge?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Dakota Ridge, including Boulder Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dakota Ridge?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dakota Ridge, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dakota Ridge?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dakota Ridge, including Boulder Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dakota Ridge?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dakota Ridge is Boulder Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Dakota Ridge?

The tallest waterfall near Dakota Ridge is Elk Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Dakota Ridge require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dakota Ridge?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Dakota Ridge have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dakota Ridge?

The closest waterfall to Dakota Ridge is Elk Falls, approximately 17.3 miles away.

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