Waterfall Hikes Near Idaho Springs, CO

2,113 residents
Denver Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Thirty falls surround Idaho Springs, a fact most I-70 traffic never learns. Boulder Falls hands over its seventy feet for a 0.3 mile stroll in Boulder Canyon. Wild Basin, the quiet corner of Rocky Mountain National Park, keeps Copeland Falls at six tenths of a mile and Ouzel Falls out at 5.4. Elk Falls owns the long day, twelve miles round trip in Staunton State Park, 1,500 feet of climbing, a 75 foot drop for the effort, dogs allowed. Snake River Falls fills the in-between at two miles.

Located at 39.7444°N, -105.5006°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Idaho Springs

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

28 of 30 gauged

8 of 28 waterfalls near Idaho Springs are flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Low Calypso Cascades Strong Chasm Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Moderate Fern Falls Strong Grace Falls Strong Granite Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Marguerite Falls Strong Thousand Falls Strong Timberline Falls Roaring Snake River Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Patchy Smoke · 83°F

Aft 83°F Patchy Smoke Best
Wed 81°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 74°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 75°F Chance Rain Showers then Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 74°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 75°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 78°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Idaho Springs

Updated about 3 hours 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 Missouri Falls Moderate · 57 cfs 73rd percentile
  4. 4 Snake River Falls Moderate · 28 cfs 64th percentile
  5. 5 Fern Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 60th percentile
  6. 6 Grace Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 60th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Idaho Springs (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 Idaho Springs (9 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
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

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

Snake River Falls

33.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Idaho Springs

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

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

Elk Falls

34.4 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

23.4 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

33.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Idaho Springs

Are there free waterfalls near Idaho Springs?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Idaho Springs, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Idaho Springs?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Idaho Springs?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Idaho Springs, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Idaho Springs?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Idaho Springs, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Idaho Springs?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Idaho Springs?

The tallest waterfall near Idaho Springs is Elk Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Idaho Springs require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Idaho Springs?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Idaho Springs have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Idaho Springs?

The closest waterfall to Idaho Springs is Missouri Falls, approximately 4.3 miles away.

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