Waterfall Hikes Near Edwards, CO

10,721 residents
Denver Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Edwards? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Edwards. 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 39.6215°N, -106.6184°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Edwards

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 12 gauged

4 of 10 waterfalls near Edwards are flowing strongly today

Bedrock Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Fish Creek Falls Moderate Hayes Creek Falls Barely Flowing Judd Falls Strong Rifle Falls Moderate Whitnach Falls Roaring South Fork Falls Barely Flowing Snyder Falls Low Snake River Falls Roaring

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms · 77°F

Tod 86°F Partly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 83°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Fri 76°F Chance Rain Showers then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 77°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 81°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Edwards

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Whitnach Falls Roaring · 650 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Snake River Falls Roaring · 32 cfs 94th percentile
  3. 3 Bedrock Falls Moderate · 127 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Rifle Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 32nd percentile
  5. 5 Snyder Falls Low · 7 cfs 20th percentile
  6. 6 South Fork Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 6th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Edwards (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Edwards (7 waterfalls)

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

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

36.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

33.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
South Fork Falls waterfall

South Fork Falls

23.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Edwards

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

36.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spouting Rock waterfall

Spouting Rock

8 miles away
Colorado
Hard
1.2 miles 1,200 ft

Whitnach Falls

15 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

33.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Snyder Falls waterfall

Snyder Falls

47 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Fork Falls waterfall

South Fork Falls

23.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bedrock Falls waterfall

Bedrock Falls

41.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bessies Falls

26.8 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Judd Falls waterfall

Judd Falls

43.7 miles away
Colorado
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rifle Falls waterfall

Rifle Falls

47.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Fish Creek Falls waterfall

Fish Creek Falls

37.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.5 miles 150 ft
Hayes Creek Falls waterfall

Hayes Creek Falls

22.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Edwards

Are there free waterfalls near Edwards?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Edwards, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Edwards?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Edwards, including Judd Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Edwards?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Edwards, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Edwards?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Edwards, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Edwards?

The shortest waterfall hike near Edwards is Bedrock Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Edwards?

The tallest waterfall near Edwards is Bridal Veil Falls at 365 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Edwards require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Edwards?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Edwards have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Edwards?

The closest waterfall to Edwards is Bridal Veil Falls, approximately 25.2 miles away.

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