Waterfall Hikes Near Frederick, CO

15,037 residents
Denver Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Frederick? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Frederick. 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 40.1088°N, -104.9701°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Frederick

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 29 gauged

1 of 27 waterfalls near Frederick is flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 95°F

Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 95°F Sunny Best
Sat 95°F Sunny
Sun 99°F Sunny
Mon 98°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Frederick

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Missouri Falls Roaring · 119 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Elk Falls Roaring · 15 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Boulder Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 69th percentile
  4. 4 Chasm Falls Low · 1 cfs 10th percentile
  5. 5 Calypso Cascades Barely Flowing · 51 cfs 7th percentile
  6. 6 Timberline Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 2nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Frederick (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.

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

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

Copeland Falls

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

All 29 Waterfalls Near Frederick

Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

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

Adams Falls

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

Cascade Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

1.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Thousand Falls waterfall

Thousand Falls

0.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Granite Falls waterfall

Granite Falls

36.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

15.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Chasm Falls waterfall

Chasm Falls

22.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

33.8 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Frederick

Are there free waterfalls near Frederick?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Frederick?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Frederick?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Frederick?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Frederick, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Frederick?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Frederick?

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

Do any waterfalls near Frederick require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Frederick?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Frederick have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Frederick?

The closest waterfall to Frederick is Boulder Falls, approximately 23.4 miles away.

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