Waterfall Hikes Near Fairplay, CO

782 residents
Denver Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

South Park is wide, dry grassland close to 10,000 feet, and Fairplay's waterfalls hang on the rims around the basin. Agnes Vaille Falls near Nathrop takes 0.6 miles with light climbing, dogs fine. Snake River Falls runs two miles round trip with 300 feet of gain. Elk Falls, off the road toward Denver, is the long one at 12 miles and 1,500 feet. Snyder Falls is a half mile walk and Bedrock Falls barely more. Seven falls make the radius, and June runoff brings the small ones to life.

Located at 39.2245°N, -105.9965°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairplay

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

2 of 7 waterfalls near Fairplay are flowing strongly today

Agnes Vaille Falls Roaring The Falls Roaring Bedrock Falls Moderate Elk Falls Moderate Snyder Falls Moderate Snake River Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Patchy Smoke · 72°F

Aft 73°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 72°F Patchy Smoke Best
Thu 67°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 67°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 66°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 67°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 69°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fairplay

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bedrock Falls Roaring · 135 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Agnes Vaille Falls Roaring · 207 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 The Falls Roaring · 207 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Missouri Falls Moderate · 57 cfs 73rd percentile
  5. 5 Snake River Falls Moderate · 28 cfs 64th percentile
  6. 6 Snyder Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 48th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fairplay (1 waterfall)

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.

Agnes Vaille Falls waterfall

Agnes Vaille Falls

9.8 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fairplay (4 waterfalls)

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

Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

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

Elk Falls

34.4 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Fairplay

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

9.8 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
Bedrock Falls waterfall

Bedrock Falls

41.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Agnes Vaille Falls waterfall

Agnes Vaille Falls

9.8 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

34.4 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

22.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fairplay

Are there free waterfalls near Fairplay?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Fairplay, including Agnes Vaille Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fairplay?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Fairplay, including Agnes Vaille Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairplay?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fairplay, including Agnes Vaille Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairplay?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairplay, including Agnes Vaille Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairplay?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fairplay is Agnes Vaille Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fairplay?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairplay?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Fairplay have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairplay?

The closest waterfall to Fairplay is The Falls, approximately 24.9 miles away.

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