Waterfall Hikes Near Eldora, CO

381 residents
Denver Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Eldora? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Eldora. 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 39.9536°N, -105.5780°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Eldora

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 31 gauged

29 waterfalls near Eldora have live flow data today

Adams Falls Barely Flowing Alberta Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Columbine Falls Barely Flowing Copeland Falls Barely Flowing Fan Falls Barely Flowing Glacier Falls Barely Flowing Lyric Falls Barely Flowing Mertensia Falls Barely Flowing Ouzel Falls Barely Flowing Ribbon Falls Barely Flowing War Dance Falls Barely Flowing Trio Falls Barely Flowing Timberline Falls Barely Flowing Thunder Falls Barely Flowing Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Calypso Cascades Moderate Chasm Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Moderate Fern Falls Barely Flowing Grace Falls Barely Flowing Granite Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Marguerite Falls Barely Flowing Thousand Falls Barely Flowing Missouri Falls Low Poudre Falls Moderate Timberline Falls Barely Flowing Snake River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 70°F

Aft 72°F Sunny
Sun 74°F Sunny
Mon 69°F Sunny
Tue 70°F Sunny
Wed 70°F Sunny Best
Thu 75°F Sunny
Fri 79°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Eldora

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Elk Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 62nd percentile
  2. 2 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 53 cfs 59th percentile
  3. 3 Ouzel Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Poudre Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Mertensia Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  6. 6 Ribbon Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Eldora (7 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.

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

14.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

22.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Eldora (10 waterfalls)

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

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

1.6 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Eldora

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 79 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

34 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 200 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Thousand Falls

36.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Granite Falls waterfall

Granite Falls

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

Chasm Falls

37.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

36.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

35.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

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

Poudre Falls

48 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Eldora

Are there free waterfalls near Eldora?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Eldora, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Eldora?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Eldora, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Eldora?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Eldora, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Eldora?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Eldora, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Eldora?

The shortest waterfall hike near Eldora is Adams Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Eldora?

The tallest waterfall near Eldora is Elk Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Eldora require permits?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Eldora require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Eldora?

Yes, 31 waterfalls near Eldora have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Eldora?

The closest waterfall to Eldora is Missouri Falls, approximately 9.2 miles away.

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