Waterfall Hikes Near Jensen, UT

338 residents
Denver Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Jensen? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Jensen. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.3695°N, -109.3555°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Jensen

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Jensen is flowing strongly today

Ashley Falls Strong Lower Disaster Falls Barely Flowing Upper Disaster Falls Barely Flowing Triplet Falls Barely Flowing Merkley Drop Moderate

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Wed 92°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 84°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 85°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 87°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 91°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Jensen

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Ashley Falls Moderate · 2130 cfs 69th percentile
  2. 2 Merkley Drop Moderate · 105 cfs 56th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Disaster Falls Barely Flowing · 57 cfs 1st percentile
  4. 4 Upper Disaster Falls Barely Flowing · 57 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Triplet Falls Barely Flowing · 57 cfs 1st percentile

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All 5 Waterfalls Near Jensen

Merkley Drop

Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triplet Falls waterfall

Triplet Falls

32.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Disaster Falls waterfall

Lower Disaster Falls

35 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Disaster Falls waterfall

Upper Disaster Falls

35.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ashley Falls waterfall

Ashley Falls

Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Jensen

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Jensen?

The shortest waterfall hike near Jensen is Ashley Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Jensen require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Jensen require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Jensen?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Jensen have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Jensen?

The closest waterfall to Jensen is Merkley Drop, approximately 28.6 miles away.

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