Waterfall Hikes Near Kiowa, CO

609 residents
Denver Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kiowa? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kiowa. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.3436°N, -104.4580°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kiowa

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Kiowa have live flow data today

Elk Falls Low Helen Hunt Falls Barely Flowing Saint Marys Falls Barely Flowing Seven Falls Barely Flowing Silver Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 84°F

Tod 84°F Sunny Best
Thu 92°F Patchy Smoke
Fri 94°F Sunny
Sat 97°F Sunny
Sun 96°F Sunny
Mon 93°F Sunny
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Kiowa

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 32nd percentile
  2. 2 Elk Falls Low · 6 cfs 10th percentile
  3. 3 Helen Hunt Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Saint Marys Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Seven Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Cascade Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kiowa (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.

Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

1.5 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

1.5 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Kiowa (6 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

39.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Seven Falls waterfall

Seven Falls

1.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft
Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

34.4 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Kiowa

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

39.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Seven Falls waterfall

Seven Falls

1.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft
Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

1.5 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

1.5 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft
Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

34.4 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kiowa

Are there free waterfalls near Kiowa?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Kiowa, including Helen Hunt Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kiowa?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Kiowa, including Helen Hunt Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kiowa?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kiowa, including Elk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kiowa?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kiowa, including Elk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kiowa?

The shortest waterfall hike near Kiowa is Elk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Kiowa?

The tallest waterfall near Kiowa is Seven Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kiowa?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Kiowa have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kiowa?

The closest waterfall to Kiowa is Rainbow Falls, approximately 42.9 miles away.

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