Waterfall Hikes Near La Plata, NM

2,063 residents
Denver Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near La Plata? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of La Plata. 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 36.8952°N, -108.2003°W

Map of Waterfalls Near La Plata

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near La Plata have live flow data today

Eagle Falls Barely Flowing McElmo Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 100°F

Wed 99°F Sunny then Patchy Smoke
Thu 100°F Sunny
Fri 100°F Sunny Best
Sat 98°F Sunny
Sun 98°F Sunny
Mon 96°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 95°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near La Plata

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Eagle Falls Barely Flowing · 18 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 McElmo Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 0th percentile

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All 2 Waterfalls Near La Plata

McElmo Falls

49.8 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

32.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near La Plata

What is the shortest waterfall hike near La Plata?

The shortest waterfall hike near La Plata is Eagle Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around La Plata?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near La Plata have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to La Plata?

The closest waterfall to La Plata is McElmo Falls, approximately 38.3 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near La Plata, New Mexico

Trimble Hot Spr, Stratten Warm Spr

Trimble Hot Spr, Stratten Warm Spr

39.2 mi 97°F

Trimble Hot Springs and Stratten Warm Spring share a location near Durango at 97 degrees Fahrenheit, just 9.4 meters from the r...
Tripp Hot Springs

Tripp Hot Springs

39.5 mi 111°F

Tripp Hot Springs emerges at an impressive 111 degrees Fahrenheit near Durango in La Plata County, earning its reputation throu...

Stratten Warm Spring

40.0 mi

Stratten Warm Spring flows near Durango at 6,600 feet elevation, accessible from a roadside pullout with just a 29.5-meter walk...

Pinkerton Hot Springs

43.7 mi

Pinkerton Hot Springs surfaces at a roadside-accessible location just 81 feet from Animas Spring Road, distinguished by remarka...
Pinkerton Hot Springs

Pinkerton Hot Springs

44.1 mi 90°F

Pinkerton Hot Springs emerges at 90°F at 6,748 feet elevation in La Plata County near Durango, where exceptional iron concentra...

Piedra River Hot Springs

56.1 mi

Piedra River Hot Springs (upper elevation) sits at 7,799 feet on San Juan National Forest land, representing a higher-emergence...

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