Waterfall Hikes Near East Pecos, NM

344 residents
Denver Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near East Pecos? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of East Pecos. 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 35.5765°N, -105.6500°W

Map of Waterfalls Near East Pecos

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 5 gauged

2 of 4 waterfalls near East Pecos are flowing strongly today

Lower Frijoles Falls Roaring Upper Frijoles Falls Roaring Nambe Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Tod 86°F Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 87°F Sunny
Mon 85°F Sunny
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 84°F Sunny
Thu 87°F Sunny
Fri 89°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near East Pecos

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Frijoles Falls Roaring · 375 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Frijoles Falls Roaring · 375 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Nambe Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 31st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around East Pecos (2 waterfalls)

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

Rio Quemado Falls

37 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pecos Falls waterfall

Pecos Falls

30.7 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near East Pecos

Rio Quemado Falls

37 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pecos Falls waterfall

Pecos Falls

30.7 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nambe Falls waterfall

Nambe Falls

41 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Frijoles Falls waterfall

Lower Frijoles Falls

32.3 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Upper Frijoles Falls waterfall

Upper Frijoles Falls

32.3 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near East Pecos

Are there free waterfalls near East Pecos?

There are 2 free waterfalls near East Pecos, including Pecos Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in East Pecos?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near East Pecos, including Pecos Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near East Pecos?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near East Pecos, including Lower Frijoles Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near East Pecos?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near East Pecos, including Nambe Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near East Pecos?

The shortest waterfall hike near East Pecos is Lower Frijoles Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near East Pecos require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near East Pecos requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around East Pecos?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near East Pecos have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to East Pecos?

The closest waterfall to East Pecos is Rio Quemado Falls, approximately 20 miles away.

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