Waterfall Hikes Near Garden City, CO

165 residents
Denver Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Garden City? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Garden City. 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 40.3948°N, -104.6893°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Garden City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 23 gauged

21 waterfalls near Garden City have live flow data today

Alberta Falls Barely Flowing Columbine Falls Barely Flowing Copeland Falls Barely Flowing Fan Falls Barely Flowing Glacier Falls Barely Flowing Lyric Falls Barely Flowing Mertensia Falls Barely Flowing Ouzel Falls Barely Flowing Ribbon Falls Barely Flowing Trio Falls Barely Flowing Timberline Falls Barely Flowing Thunder Falls Barely Flowing Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Calypso Cascades Moderate Chasm Falls Barely Flowing Fern Falls Barely Flowing Grace Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Marguerite Falls Barely Flowing Thousand Falls Barely Flowing Timberline Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 97°F Sunny
Sun 95°F Sunny
Mon 89°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Sunny
Wed 90°F Sunny Best
Thu 96°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Garden City

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 53 cfs 59th percentile
  2. 2 Alberta Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  3. 3 Thunder Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Columbine Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Copeland Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  6. 6 Fan Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Garden City (5 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.

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

35.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Chasm Falls waterfall

Chasm Falls

37.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Garden City (4 waterfalls)

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

Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

36.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

All 23 Waterfalls Near Garden City

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

41.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

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

Thousand Falls

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

Lost Falls

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

Chasm Falls

37.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

33.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marguerite Falls waterfall

Marguerite Falls

33.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alberta Falls waterfall

Alberta Falls

38.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Columbine Falls waterfall

Columbine Falls

47.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glacier Falls waterfall

Glacier Falls

1.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Grace Falls waterfall

Grace Falls

41.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

22.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Ribbon Falls waterfall

Ribbon Falls

49.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

38.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lyric Falls waterfall

Lyric Falls

44.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Calypso Cascades waterfall

Calypso Cascades

44.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.6 miles 700 ft
Trio Falls waterfall

Trio Falls

39.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Ouzel Falls waterfall

Ouzel Falls

45 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
5.4 miles 950 ft
Thunder Falls waterfall

Thunder Falls

48 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Fan Falls waterfall

Fan Falls

48.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Garden City

Are there free waterfalls near Garden City?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Garden City, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Garden City?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Garden City, including Alberta Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Garden City?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Garden City, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Garden City?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Garden City, including Alberta Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Garden City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Garden City is Alberta Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Garden City?

The tallest waterfall near Garden City is Boulder Falls at 70 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Garden City require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Garden City?

Yes, 23 waterfalls near Garden City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Garden City?

The closest waterfall to Garden City is Bridal Veil Falls, approximately 38.5 miles away.

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