Waterfall Hikes Near Dove Valley, CO

5,569 residents
Denver Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dove Valley? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dove Valley. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.5752°N, -104.8309°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dove Valley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

1 of 7 waterfalls near Dove Valley is flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Moderate Helen Hunt Falls Barely Flowing Seven Falls Barely Flowing Silver Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Missouri Falls Low Rainbow Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 92°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 93°F Sunny
Mon 90°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Sunny
Wed 90°F Sunny Best
Thu 95°F Sunny
Fri 98°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Dove Valley

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rainbow Falls Strong · 7 cfs 82nd percentile
  2. 2 Elk Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Missouri Falls Barely Flowing · 123 cfs 3rd percentile
  4. 4 Boulder Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Helen Hunt Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Seven Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dove Valley (3 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.

Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

4.9 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

4.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dove Valley (7 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
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

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

Seven Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Dove Valley

Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

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

Seven Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft
Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

4.9 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

4.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft
Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

14.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dove Valley

Are there free waterfalls near Dove Valley?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Dove Valley, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dove Valley?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Dove Valley, including Boulder Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dove Valley?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dove Valley, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dove Valley?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dove Valley, including Boulder Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dove Valley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dove Valley is Boulder Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Dove Valley?

The tallest waterfall near Dove Valley is Seven Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dove Valley?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Dove Valley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dove Valley?

The closest waterfall to Dove Valley is Elk Falls, approximately 28 miles away.

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