Waterfall Hikes Near Lakewood, CO

156,149 residents
Denver Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lakewood? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lakewood. 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 39.6977°N, -105.1172°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lakewood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Lakewood have live flow data today

Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Calypso Cascades Moderate Columbine Falls Barely Flowing Copeland Falls Barely Flowing Fan 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 Moderate Missouri Falls Low Timberline Falls Barely Flowing Snake River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 12 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 89°F

Aft 92°F Sunny
Sun 93°F Sunny
Mon 89°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Sunny
Wed 89°F Sunny Best
Thu 94°F Sunny
Fri 98°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lakewood

Updated about 1 hour 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 Columbine Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Copeland Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Fan Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  6. 6 Lyric Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lakewood (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 Lakewood (6 waterfalls)

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

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
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

35.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Lakewood

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
Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

14.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

35.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lakewood

Are there free waterfalls near Lakewood?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lakewood?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lakewood?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lakewood?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lakewood?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Lakewood?

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

Do any waterfalls near Lakewood require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lakewood?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Lakewood have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lakewood?

The closest waterfall to Lakewood is Elk Falls, approximately 21.9 miles away.

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