Waterfall Hikes Near Derby, CO

9,009 residents
Denver Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Derby? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Derby. 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 39.8400°N, -104.9172°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Derby

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

12 waterfalls near Derby have live flow data today

Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Calypso Cascades Moderate Columbine Falls Barely Flowing Copeland Falls Barely Flowing Lyric Falls Barely Flowing Mertensia Falls Barely Flowing Ouzel Falls Barely Flowing Trio Falls Barely Flowing Thunder Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Moderate Missouri Falls Low Timberline Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 90°F

Tod 94°F Sunny
Sun 95°F Sunny
Mon 91°F Sunny
Tue 90°F Sunny Best
Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 97°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Derby

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Elk Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 62nd percentile
  2. 2 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 53 cfs 59th percentile
  3. 3 Columbine Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Copeland Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Lyric Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  6. 6 Mertensia Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Derby (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
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

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

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

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

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

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

Elk Falls

18.3 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Derby

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
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

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

Timberline Falls

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

Mertensia Falls

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

Columbine Falls

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

Thunder Falls

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

Trio Falls

39.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Derby

Are there free waterfalls near Derby?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Derby, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Derby?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Derby?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Derby, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Derby?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Derby?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Derby?

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

Do any waterfalls near Derby require permits?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Derby require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Derby?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Derby have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Derby?

The closest waterfall to Derby is Missouri Falls, approximately 25.8 miles away.

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