Waterfall Hikes Near Gold Hill, CO

249 residents
Denver Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gold Hill? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gold Hill. 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 40.0597°N, -105.4189°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gold Hill

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 31 gauged

2 of 29 waterfalls near Gold Hill are flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Calypso Cascades Moderate Chasm Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Moderate 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 Moderate Poudre Falls Barely Flowing Timberline Falls Strong Snake River Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Patchy Smoke · 74°F

Tod 77°F Patchy Smoke
Wed 74°F Patchy Smoke Best
Thu 65°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 67°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 66°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 68°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 70°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Gold Hill

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Snake River Falls Roaring · 32 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Timberline Falls Strong · 20 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Elk Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 42 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 Missouri Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 39th percentile
  6. 6 Boulder Falls Low · 0 cfs 24th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gold Hill (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

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

Copeland Falls

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Gold Hill (10 waterfalls)

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

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

22.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Gold Hill

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

23.4 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

36.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

37.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Calypso Cascades waterfall

Calypso Cascades

40.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.6 miles 700 ft
Ouzel Falls waterfall

Ouzel Falls

41.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
5.4 miles 950 ft
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

22.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Lyric Falls waterfall

Lyric Falls

42.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mertensia Falls waterfall

Mertensia Falls

43.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Columbine Falls waterfall

Columbine Falls

41.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Thunder Falls waterfall

Thunder Falls

44.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Trio Falls waterfall

Trio Falls

42.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Fan Falls waterfall

Fan Falls

44.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Ribbon Falls waterfall

Ribbon Falls

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

Glacier Falls

45.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Alberta Falls waterfall

Alberta Falls

45.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

48 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

48.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grace Falls waterfall

Grace Falls

48.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
War Dance Falls waterfall

War Dance Falls

20.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
12.0 miles 800 ft
Marguerite Falls waterfall

Marguerite Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gold Hill

Are there free waterfalls near Gold Hill?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Gold Hill, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gold Hill?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gold Hill?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gold Hill, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gold Hill?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gold Hill, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gold Hill?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Gold Hill?

The tallest waterfall near Gold Hill is Elk Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Gold Hill require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gold Hill?

Yes, 31 waterfalls near Gold Hill have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gold Hill?

The closest waterfall to Gold Hill is Boulder Falls, approximately 3.1 miles away.

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