Waterfall Hikes Near Idaho Springs, CO
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Idaho Springs? Luckily, there are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Idaho Springs, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Idaho Springs
Find waterfalls to hike near Idaho Springs
🚗 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
20.8 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 50 ft

Copeland Falls
21.7 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 50 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Idaho Springs (8 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Missouri Falls
21.5 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Elk Falls
33 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 12.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 1500 ft

Boulder Falls
20.8 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 50 ft

Snake River Falls
47 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Idaho Springs With Waterfalls

Missouri Falls
21.5 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Elk Falls
33 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 12.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 1500 ft

Boulder Falls
20.8 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 50 ft

Snake River Falls
47 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Timberline Falls
21 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 8.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Copeland Falls
21.7 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 50 ft

Calypso Cascades
22 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 700 ft

Ouzel Falls
22.7 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 5.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 950 ft

Lyric Falls
23.7 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Mertensia Falls
25 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Columbine Falls
25.6 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 8.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Thunder Falls
25.7 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Trio Falls
26.2 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Fan Falls
26.3 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Ribbon Falls
27.6 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Glacier Falls
29.2 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Alberta Falls
29.3 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Timberline Falls
29.5 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 8.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Bridal Veil Falls
19.3 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 6.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Grace Falls
32.4 miles awayColorado
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 8.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft