Waterfall Hikes Near Lakeside, CO

7 residents
Denver Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lakeside? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lakeside. 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 39.7802°N, -105.0579°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lakeside

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

16 waterfalls near Lakeside have live flow data today

Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Calypso Cascades Low 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 Trio Falls Barely Flowing Thunder Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Barely Flowing Missouri Falls Barely Flowing Timberline Falls Moderate Snake River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Wed 90°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 95°F Sunny
Ind 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lakeside

Updated 4 days ago

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

  1. 1 Columbine Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  2. 2 Copeland Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  3. 3 Fan Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Glacier Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Lyric Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  6. 6 Mertensia Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lakeside (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.

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 Lakeside (6 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
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

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

Snake River Falls

35.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Lakeside

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

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

Boulder Falls

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

Elk Falls

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

Timberline Falls

40.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

35.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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
Glacier Falls waterfall

Glacier Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lakeside

Are there free waterfalls near Lakeside?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Lakeside, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lakeside?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Lakeside, including Boulder Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lakeside?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lakeside, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lakeside?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lakeside, including Boulder Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lakeside?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lakeside is Boulder Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lakeside?

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

Do any waterfalls near Lakeside require permits?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Lakeside require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lakeside?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Lakeside have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lakeside?

The closest waterfall to Lakeside is Missouri Falls, approximately 21.2 miles away.

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