Waterfall Hikes Near Fairmount, CO

10,398 residents
Denver Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairmount? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fairmount. 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 39.7931°N, -105.1711°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairmount

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 26 gauged

6 of 25 waterfalls near Fairmount are flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Low Calypso Cascades Strong Elk Falls Moderate Fern Falls Strong Grace Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Marguerite Falls Strong Timberline Falls Roaring Snake River Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Patchy Smoke · 90°F

Aft 94°F Patchy Smoke
Wed 90°F Patchy Smoke Best
Thu 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 82°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 81°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 81°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 85°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fairmount

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Timberline Falls Roaring · 21 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Missouri Falls Roaring · 58 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Fern Falls Strong · 17 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Grace Falls Strong · 17 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Horseshoe Falls Strong · 17 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Marguerite Falls Strong · 17 cfs 76th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fairmount (6 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

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

Copeland Falls

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

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

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

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

22.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

34.4 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Fairmount

War Dance Falls waterfall

War Dance Falls

20.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
12.0 miles 800 ft
Marguerite Falls waterfall

Marguerite Falls

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

Fern Falls

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

Adams Falls

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

Cascade Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fairmount

Are there free waterfalls near Fairmount?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fairmount?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Fairmount, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairmount?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairmount?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairmount, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairmount?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Fairmount?

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

Do any waterfalls near Fairmount require permits?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Fairmount require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairmount?

Yes, 26 waterfalls near Fairmount have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairmount?

The closest waterfall to Fairmount is Missouri Falls, approximately 15.8 miles away.

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