Waterfall Hikes Near Hudson, CO

2,167 residents
Denver Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hudson? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hudson. 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 40.0898°N, -104.6210°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hudson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

2 of 9 waterfalls near Hudson are flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Low Calypso Cascades Strong Timberline Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Patchy Smoke · 98°F

Aft 98°F Patchy Smoke Best
Wed 95°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 84°F Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Hudson

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Timberline Falls Roaring · 21 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Calypso Cascades Strong · 43 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Boulder Falls Low · 0 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hudson (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.

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

All 9 Waterfalls Near Hudson

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
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hudson

Are there free waterfalls near Hudson?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Hudson, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hudson?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Hudson, including Boulder Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hudson?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hudson, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hudson?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hudson, including Boulder Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hudson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hudson is Boulder Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hudson?

The tallest waterfall near Hudson is Boulder Falls at 70 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Hudson require permits?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Hudson require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hudson?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Hudson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hudson?

The closest waterfall to Hudson is Boulder Falls, approximately 37.3 miles away.

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