Waterfall Hikes Near Derby, CO

9,009 residents
Denver Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Derby? There are 13 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

13 of 13 gauged

2 of 13 waterfalls near Derby are flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Low Calypso Cascades Strong Elk Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Timberline Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Patchy Smoke · 96°F

Aft 96°F Patchy Smoke Best
Wed 94°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 84°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 83°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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 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 Elk Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 46th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 42nd percentile
  6. 6 Boulder Falls Low · 0 cfs 10th 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

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Derby (5 waterfalls)

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

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

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

Elk Falls

34.4 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Derby

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

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

Boulder Falls

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

Elk Falls

34.4 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 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
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

39.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Derby

Are there free waterfalls near Derby?

There are 4 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 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Derby, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Derby?

There are 10 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, 13 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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