Waterfall Hikes Near Duchesne, UT

1,883 residents
Denver Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Duchesne? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Duchesne. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.1753°N, -110.3940°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Duchesne

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Duchesne have live flow data today

Merkley Drop Moderate Provo River Falls Moderate Smooth Rock Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Tod 89°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 87°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Duchesne

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Provo River Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 70th percentile
  2. 2 Smooth Rock Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 70th percentile
  3. 3 Merkley Drop Moderate · 115 cfs 28th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Duchesne (1 waterfall)

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

Provo River Falls waterfall

Provo River Falls

47.6 miles away
Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Duchesne

Merkley Drop

Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Smooth Rock Falls waterfall

Smooth Rock Falls

49.7 miles away
Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Provo River Falls waterfall

Provo River Falls

47.6 miles away
Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Duchesne

Are there free waterfalls near Duchesne?

There is 1 free waterfall near Duchesne, including Smooth Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Duchesne?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Duchesne, including Provo River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Duchesne?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Duchesne, including Provo River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Duchesne?

The shortest waterfall hike near Duchesne is Merkley Drop at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Duchesne?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Duchesne have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Duchesne?

The closest waterfall to Duchesne is Merkley Drop, approximately 36 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Duchesne, Utah

Warm Springs

31.6 mi 79°F

Emerging at 79 degrees Fahrenheit on the Uintah and Ouray Reservation, this thermal spring rises 36.7 degrees above ambient tem...

Diamond Fork Warm Springs

42.7 mi 68°F

Diamond Fork Warm Springs flows at 68°F from the Uinta National Forest, emerging 35 meters from Diamond Fork Road at 5,993 feet...

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