Waterfall Hikes Near Erie, CO

30,447 residents
Denver Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Erie? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Erie. 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 40.0404°N, -105.0399°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Erie

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 29 gauged

9 of 27 waterfalls near Erie are flowing strongly 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 Strong Calypso Cascades Moderate Chasm Falls Strong Elk Falls Moderate Fern Falls Roaring Grace Falls Roaring Granite Falls Roaring Horseshoe Falls Roaring Marguerite Falls Roaring Thousand Falls Roaring Missouri Falls Roaring Timberline Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 86°F

Aft 90°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 88°F Partly Sunny
Fri 86°F Sunny Best
Sat 80°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 55°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 62°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Erie (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

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

Copeland Falls

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Erie (8 waterfalls)

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

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

7.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Erie

Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

26.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

49 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 79 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

21 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

31.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 200 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

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

Thousand Falls

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

Granite Falls

33.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

15.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Chasm Falls waterfall

Chasm Falls

In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Erie

Are there free waterfalls near Erie?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Erie, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Erie?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Erie?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Erie, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Erie?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Erie, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Erie?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Erie?

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

Do any waterfalls near Erie require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Erie?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Erie have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Erie?

The closest waterfall to Erie is Boulder Falls, approximately 17.1 miles away.

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