Waterfall Hikes Near Lewis, CO

149 residents
Denver Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lewis? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lewis. 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 37.5017°N, -108.6600°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lewis

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Lewis have live flow data today

Eagle Falls Barely Flowing McElmo Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 94°F

Wed 94°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 94°F Sunny then Patchy Smoke
Fri 95°F Sunny
Sat 94°F Sunny Best
Sun 93°F Sunny
Mon 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lewis

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 Lewis

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 Lewis

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lewis?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lewis?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Lewis have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lewis?

The closest waterfall to Lewis is McElmo Falls, approximately 10.8 miles away.

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