Waterfall Hikes Near Gunbarrel, CO

10,108 residents
Denver Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gunbarrel? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gunbarrel. 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 40.0632°N, -105.1713°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gunbarrel

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 29 gauged

1 of 27 waterfalls near Gunbarrel is 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 Barely Flowing Calypso Cascades Moderate Chasm Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Strong Fern Falls Moderate Grace Falls Moderate Granite Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Marguerite Falls Moderate Thousand Falls Moderate Missouri Falls Barely Flowing Timberline Falls Moderate

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 89°F

Aft 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 91°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 91°F Sunny
Mon 87°F Sunny
Tue 87°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 89°F Sunny Best
Thu 93°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Gunbarrel

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Elk Falls Strong · 22 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Timberline Falls Moderate · 22 cfs 60th percentile
  3. 3 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 53 cfs 59th percentile
  4. 4 Thousand Falls Moderate · 51 cfs 38th percentile
  5. 5 Marguerite Falls Moderate · 51 cfs 38th percentile
  6. 6 Horseshoe Falls Moderate · 51 cfs 38th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gunbarrel (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

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

Copeland Falls

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

All 29 Waterfalls Near Gunbarrel

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

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

Timberline Falls

40.1 miles away
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
Calypso Cascades waterfall

Calypso Cascades

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

Ouzel Falls

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

Lyric Falls

44.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

1.6 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Mertensia Falls waterfall

Mertensia Falls

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

Columbine Falls

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

Thunder Falls

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

Trio Falls

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

Fan Falls

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

Ribbon Falls

49.9 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
Alberta Falls waterfall

Alberta Falls

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

Timberline Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Grace Falls

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

War Dance Falls

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

Marguerite Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gunbarrel

Are there free waterfalls near Gunbarrel?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gunbarrel?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gunbarrel?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gunbarrel?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gunbarrel, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gunbarrel?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Gunbarrel?

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

Do any waterfalls near Gunbarrel require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gunbarrel?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Gunbarrel have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gunbarrel?

The closest waterfall to Gunbarrel is Boulder Falls, approximately 12.7 miles away.

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