Waterfall Hikes Near Laporte, CO

2,233 residents
Denver Time Zone
28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Laporte? There are 28 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Laporte. 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 40.6385°N, -105.1445°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Laporte

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 28 gauged

26 waterfalls near Laporte have live flow data 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 Moderate Chasm Falls Low Fern Falls Low Grace Falls Low Granite Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Low Marguerite Falls Low Thousand Falls Low Poudre Falls Moderate Timberline Falls Moderate

Updated 41 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 89°F

Aft 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 91°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 90°F Sunny
Mon 86°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Sunny
Wed 89°F Sunny Best
Thu 93°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Laporte

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Poudre Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 70th percentile
  2. 2 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 53 cfs 59th percentile
  3. 3 Timberline Falls Moderate · 22 cfs 53rd percentile
  4. 4 Cascade Falls Moderate · 100 cfs 28th percentile
  5. 5 Thunder Falls Moderate · 100 cfs 28th percentile
  6. 6 Columbine Falls Moderate · 100 cfs 28th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Laporte (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.

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

35.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Chasm Falls waterfall

Chasm Falls

37.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Laporte (7 waterfalls)

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

Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

36.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Poudre Falls waterfall

Poudre Falls

48 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Laporte

Fan Falls waterfall

Fan Falls

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

Mertensia Falls

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

War Dance Falls

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

Boulder Falls

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

Timberline Falls

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

Granite Falls

36.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

34 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 200 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 79 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Laporte

Are there free waterfalls near Laporte?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Laporte?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Laporte?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Laporte, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Laporte?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Laporte, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Laporte?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Laporte?

The tallest waterfall near Laporte is Boulder Falls at 70 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Laporte require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Laporte?

Yes, 28 waterfalls near Laporte have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Laporte?

The closest waterfall to Laporte is Lost Falls, approximately 24.4 miles away.

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