Waterfall Hikes Near Estes Park, CO

5,906 residents
Denver Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Estes Park? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Estes Park. 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 40.3699°N, -105.5217°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Estes Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

28 of 30 gauged

1 of 28 waterfalls near Estes Park is flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Low Calypso Cascades Moderate Chasm Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Moderate Fern Falls Low Grace Falls Low Granite Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Low Marguerite Falls Low Thousand Falls Low Missouri Falls Moderate Poudre Falls Moderate Timberline Falls Strong

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Patchy Smoke · 77°F

Tod 78°F Patchy Smoke
Wed 77°F Patchy Smoke Best
Thu 70°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 72°F Chance Rain Showers then Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 74°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 75°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Estes Park

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Timberline Falls Strong · 20 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Missouri Falls Moderate · 57 cfs 72nd percentile
  3. 3 Elk Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 42 cfs 39th percentile
  5. 5 Poudre Falls Moderate · 29 cfs 25th percentile
  6. 6 Boulder Falls Low · 0 cfs 24th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Estes Park (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.

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

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

Alberta Falls

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

All 30 Waterfalls Near Estes Park

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
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
Thousand Falls waterfall

Thousand Falls

41.8 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
Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

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

Columbine 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
Glacier Falls waterfall

Glacier Falls

45.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Grace Falls waterfall

Grace Falls

48.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

37.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Ribbon Falls waterfall

Ribbon Falls

46.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

48 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lyric Falls waterfall

Lyric Falls

42.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Calypso Cascades waterfall

Calypso Cascades

40.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.6 miles 700 ft
Trio Falls waterfall

Trio Falls

42.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Ouzel Falls waterfall

Ouzel Falls

41.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
5.4 miles 950 ft
Thunder Falls waterfall

Thunder Falls

44.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Fan Falls waterfall

Fan Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Estes Park

Are there free waterfalls near Estes Park?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Estes Park, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Estes Park?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Estes Park?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Estes Park, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Estes Park?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Estes Park, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Estes Park?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Estes Park?

The tallest waterfall near Estes Park is Elk Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Estes Park require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Estes Park?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Estes Park have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Estes Park?

The closest waterfall to Estes Park is Bridal Veil Falls, approximately 4.5 miles away.

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