Waterfall Hikes Near Lafayette, CO

98,889 residents
Denver Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lafayette? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lafayette. 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 39.9946°N, -105.0998°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lafayette

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 29 gauged

1 of 27 waterfalls near Lafayette is flowing strongly 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 Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Calypso Cascades Barely Flowing Chasm Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Low Fern Falls Barely Flowing Grace Falls Barely Flowing Granite Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Marguerite Falls Barely Flowing Thousand Falls Barely Flowing Missouri Falls Barely Flowing Timberline Falls Strong

Updated 22 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 87°F

Thu 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 93°F Sunny
Sun 91°F Sunny
Mon 87°F Sunny Best
Tue 89°F Sunny
Wed 92°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lafayette

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Timberline Falls Strong · 22 cfs 81st percentile
  2. 2 Ribbon Falls Moderate · 100 cfs 28th percentile
  3. 3 Ouzel Falls Moderate · 100 cfs 28th percentile
  4. 4 War Dance Falls Moderate · 100 cfs 28th percentile
  5. 5 Mertensia Falls Moderate · 100 cfs 28th percentile
  6. 6 Trio Falls Moderate · 100 cfs 28th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lafayette (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 waterfall

Boulder Falls

14.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

22.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

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

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

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

1.6 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Lafayette

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

14.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

1.6 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

40.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

22.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Calypso Cascades waterfall

Calypso Cascades

44.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.6 miles 700 ft
Ouzel Falls waterfall

Ouzel Falls

45 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
5.4 miles 950 ft
Lyric Falls waterfall

Lyric Falls

44.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mertensia Falls waterfall

Mertensia Falls

47.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Columbine Falls waterfall

Columbine Falls

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

Thunder Falls

48 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Trio Falls waterfall

Trio Falls

39.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Fan Falls waterfall

Fan Falls

48.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Ribbon Falls waterfall

Ribbon Falls

49.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

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

Glacier Falls

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

Alberta Falls

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

Timberline Falls

38.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

41.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grace Falls waterfall

Grace Falls

41.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
War Dance Falls waterfall

War Dance Falls

33.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
12.0 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lafayette

Are there free waterfalls near Lafayette?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lafayette?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Lafayette, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lafayette?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lafayette?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lafayette, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lafayette?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Lafayette?

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

Do any waterfalls near Lafayette require permits?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Lafayette require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lafayette?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Lafayette have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lafayette?

The closest waterfall to Lafayette is Boulder Falls, approximately 13.6 miles away.

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