Waterfall Hikes Near Gilcrest, CO

1,082 residents
Denver Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gilcrest? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gilcrest. 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 40.2841°N, -104.7820°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gilcrest

Find waterfalls to hike near Gilcrest

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gilcrest (6 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.

Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Alberta Falls waterfall

Alberta Falls

36.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft

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

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

Ribbon Falls waterfall

Ribbon Falls

34.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Gilcrest With Waterfalls

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Thousand Falls

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

Granite Falls

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

Lost Falls

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

Chasm Falls

In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Gilcrest, Colorado

Eldorado Springs

Eldorado Springs

38.1 mi 79°F

Eldorado Springs emerges at 79 degrees Fahrenheit in Boulder County's foothills as a low-mineralization thermal seep just 9 met...
Idaho Springs

Idaho Springs

57.5 mi 115°F

Idaho Springs surfaces at 115°F in Clear Creek County at 7,682 feet elevation, emerging near Soda Creek Road just 273 feet from...

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