Waterfall Hikes Near Glenwood Springs, CO

10,100 residents
Denver Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Glenwood Springs? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Glenwood Springs. 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 39.5455°N, -107.3347°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Glenwood Springs

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 11 gauged

5 of 9 waterfalls near Glenwood Springs are flowing strongly today

Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing East Fork Falls Strong East Middle Fork Falls Strong West Fork Falls Strong Hayes Creek Falls Barely Flowing Judd Falls Strong Rifle Falls Moderate Whitnach Falls Roaring South Fork Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 86°F

Tue 96°F Mostly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 92°F Partly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best
Fri 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Glenwood Springs

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Whitnach Falls Roaring · 645 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Rifle Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 33rd percentile
  3. 3 East Fork Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 26th percentile
  4. 4 East Middle Fork Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 26th percentile
  5. 5 West Fork Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 26th percentile
  6. 6 South Fork Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 6th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Glenwood Springs (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.

Rifle Falls waterfall

Rifle Falls

47.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Glenwood Springs (8 waterfalls)

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

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

36.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Fork Falls waterfall

South Fork Falls

23.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hayes Creek Falls waterfall

Hayes Creek Falls

22.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Glenwood Springs

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

36.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spouting Rock waterfall

Spouting Rock

8 miles away
Colorado
Hard
1.2 miles 1,200 ft
South Fork Falls waterfall

South Fork Falls

23.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rifle Falls waterfall

Rifle Falls

47.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

Whitnach Falls

15 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hayes Creek Falls waterfall

Hayes Creek Falls

22.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bessies Falls

26.8 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
East Fork Falls waterfall

East Fork Falls

24.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

East Middle Fork Falls

34.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
West Fork Falls waterfall

West Fork Falls

40.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Judd Falls waterfall

Judd Falls

43.7 miles away
Colorado
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Glenwood Springs

Are there free waterfalls near Glenwood Springs?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Glenwood Springs, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Glenwood Springs?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Glenwood Springs, including Judd Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Glenwood Springs?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Glenwood Springs, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Glenwood Springs?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Glenwood Springs, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Glenwood Springs?

The shortest waterfall hike near Glenwood Springs is Bessies Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Glenwood Springs?

The tallest waterfall near Glenwood Springs is Bridal Veil Falls at 365 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Glenwood Springs require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Glenwood Springs requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Glenwood Springs?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Glenwood Springs have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Glenwood Springs?

The closest waterfall to Glenwood Springs is Bridal Veil Falls, approximately 8.8 miles away.

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