Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Duchesne, UT

472 residents
Denver Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fort Duchesne? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fort Duchesne. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.2809°N, -109.8774°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fort Duchesne

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

1 of 2 waterfalls near Fort Duchesne is flowing strongly today

Ashley Falls Strong Merkley Drop Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 77°F

Tod 83°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 76°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 77°F Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Sunny
Wed 85°F Sunny
Thu 89°F Sunny
Fri 92°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Fort Duchesne

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Ashley Falls Strong · 2190 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Merkley Drop Barely Flowing · 82 cfs 6th percentile

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All 2 Waterfalls Near Fort Duchesne

Merkley Drop

32.4 miles away
Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ashley Falls waterfall

Ashley Falls

13 miles away
Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fort Duchesne

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fort Duchesne?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fort Duchesne is Ashley Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fort Duchesne?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Fort Duchesne have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fort Duchesne?

The closest waterfall to Fort Duchesne is Merkley Drop, approximately 10.8 miles away.

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