Waterfall Hikes Near Franktown, CO

351 residents
Denver Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Franktown? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Franktown. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.3906°N, -104.7486°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Franktown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

1 of 6 waterfalls near Franktown is flowing strongly today

Elk Falls Moderate Helen Hunt Falls Barely Flowing Saint Marys Falls Barely Flowing Seven Falls Barely Flowing Silver Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 89°F

Aft 90°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 91°F Sunny
Mon 89°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Sunny
Wed 89°F Sunny Best
Thu 94°F Sunny
Fri 97°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Franktown

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Rainbow Falls Strong · 7 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Elk Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Helen Hunt Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Saint Marys Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Seven Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Cascade Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Franktown (2 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.

Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

4.9 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

4.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Franktown (6 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

18.3 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Seven Falls waterfall

Seven Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft
Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

5.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Franktown

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

18.3 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Seven Falls waterfall

Seven Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft
Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

4.9 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

4.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft
Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

5.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Franktown

Are there free waterfalls near Franktown?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Franktown, including Helen Hunt Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Franktown?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Franktown, including Helen Hunt Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Franktown?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Franktown, including Elk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Franktown?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Franktown, including Elk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Franktown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Franktown is Elk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Franktown?

The tallest waterfall near Franktown is Seven Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Franktown?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Franktown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Franktown?

The closest waterfall to Franktown is Rainbow Falls, approximately 32.9 miles away.

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