Waterfall Hikes Near Keystone, CO

995 residents
Denver Time Zone
27 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Keystone? There are 27 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Keystone. 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 39.5901°N, -105.9383°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Keystone

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 27 gauged

27 waterfalls near Keystone have live flow data 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 Bedrock Falls Moderate Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Calypso Cascades Moderate Elk Falls Moderate Fern Falls Barely Flowing Grace Falls Barely Flowing Granite Falls Barely Flowing Marguerite Falls Barely Flowing Missouri Falls Low Timberline Falls Barely Flowing Snyder Falls Moderate Snake River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 65°F

Aft 66°F Sunny
Sun 66°F Sunny
Mon 63°F Sunny
Tue 64°F Sunny
Wed 65°F Sunny Best
Thu 70°F Sunny
Fri 72°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Keystone

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Elk Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 62nd percentile
  2. 2 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 53 cfs 59th percentile
  3. 3 Ribbon Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Ouzel Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 War Dance Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  6. 6 Mertensia Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Keystone (5 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.

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 79 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

34 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Keystone (8 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

35.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

18.3 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

1.6 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 27 Waterfalls Near Keystone

Glacier Falls waterfall

Glacier Falls

1.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Snyder Falls waterfall

Snyder Falls

24.6 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Columbine Falls waterfall

Columbine Falls

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

Alberta Falls

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

Marguerite Falls

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

Fern Falls

33.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bedrock Falls waterfall

Bedrock Falls

34.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Keystone

Are there free waterfalls near Keystone?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Keystone?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Keystone, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Keystone?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Keystone?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Keystone, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Keystone?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Keystone?

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

Do any waterfalls near Keystone require permits?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Keystone require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Keystone?

Yes, 27 waterfalls near Keystone have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Keystone?

The closest waterfall to Keystone is Snake River Falls, approximately 4.9 miles away.

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