Waterfall Hikes Near Golden, CO

20,461 residents
Denver Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Golden? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Golden. 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 39.7406°N, -105.2118°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Golden

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 25 gauged

5 of 24 waterfalls near Golden are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Barely Flowing Alberta Falls Barely Flowing Cascade 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 War Dance Falls Barely Flowing Trio Falls Barely Flowing Timberline Falls Barely Flowing Thunder Falls Barely Flowing Boulder Falls Moderate Calypso Cascades Moderate Elk Falls Moderate Fern Falls Roaring Grace Falls Roaring Marguerite Falls Roaring Missouri Falls Roaring Timberline Falls Barely Flowing Snake River Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 84°F

Wed 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 85°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 84°F Sunny Best
Sat 83°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 79°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 63°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 73°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Golden (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.

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

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

Copeland Falls

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Golden (8 waterfalls)

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

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

7.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

21 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

35.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Golden

War Dance Falls waterfall

War Dance Falls

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

Marguerite Falls

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

Fern Falls

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

Adams Falls

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

Cascade Falls

31.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Golden

Are there free waterfalls near Golden?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Golden?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Golden, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Golden?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Golden?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Golden, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Golden?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Golden?

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

Do any waterfalls near Golden require permits?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Golden require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Golden?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Golden have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Golden?

The closest waterfall to Golden is Missouri Falls, approximately 16.7 miles away.

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