Waterfall Hikes Near Eaton, CO

5,763 residents
Denver Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Eaton? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Eaton. 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 40.5257°N, -104.7130°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Eaton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 8 gauged

4 of 6 waterfalls near Eaton are flowing strongly today

Chasm Falls Barely Flowing Fern Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Marguerite Falls Strong Thousand Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Patchy Smoke · 97°F

Aft 97°F Patchy Smoke Best
Wed 93°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 83°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 82°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 82°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Eaton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Fern Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 60th percentile
  2. 2 Horseshoe Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 60th percentile
  3. 3 Marguerite Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 60th percentile
  4. 4 Thousand Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 60th percentile
  5. 5 Chasm Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Eaton (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.

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

34.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Chasm Falls waterfall

Chasm Falls

In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

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

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

Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

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

All 8 Waterfalls Near Eaton

Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

27 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

48.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

34.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Thousand Falls waterfall

Thousand Falls

41.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chasm Falls waterfall

Chasm Falls

In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

44.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marguerite Falls waterfall

Marguerite Falls

44.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alberta Falls waterfall

Alberta Falls

45.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Eaton

Are there free waterfalls near Eaton?

There is 1 free waterfall near Eaton, including Lost Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Eaton?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Eaton, including Alberta Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Eaton?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Eaton, including Lost Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Eaton?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Eaton, including Alberta Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Eaton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Eaton is Alberta Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Eaton?

The tallest waterfall near Eaton is Alberta Falls at 30 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Eaton require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Eaton?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Eaton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Eaton?

The closest waterfall to Eaton is Lost Falls, approximately 37.2 miles away.

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