Waterfall Hikes Near Littleton, CO

45,531 residents
Denver Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Littleton? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Littleton. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.5915°N, -105.0188°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Littleton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

10 waterfalls near Littleton have live flow data today

Boulder Falls Moderate Elk Falls Barely Flowing Helen Hunt Falls Barely Flowing Saint Marys Falls Barely Flowing Seven Falls Barely Flowing Silver Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Missouri Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Timberline Falls Barely Flowing Snake River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Cloudy · 92°F

Aft 92°F Mostly Cloudy Best
Sat 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 74°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 82°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 77°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Littleton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Missouri Falls Strong · 42 cfs 85th percentile
  2. 2 Boulder Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 37th percentile
  3. 3 Snake River Falls Low · 17 cfs 15th percentile
  4. 4 Elk Falls Barely Flowing · 7 cfs 3rd percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing · 4 cfs 3rd percentile
  6. 6 Timberline Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Littleton (3 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

7.4 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

16.1 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Littleton (9 waterfalls)

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

Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

32.2 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

20.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

21.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

12.8 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown

All 10 Waterfalls Near Littleton

Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

32.2 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

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

Boulder Falls

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

Snake River Falls

21.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

12.8 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

16.1 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft
Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

9.9 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

17.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Seven Falls waterfall

Seven Falls

17.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

18.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Littleton

Are there free waterfalls near Littleton?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Littleton?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Littleton, including Boulder Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Littleton?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Littleton, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Littleton?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Littleton, including Boulder Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Littleton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Littleton is Boulder Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Littleton?

The tallest waterfall near Littleton is Seven Falls at 181 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Littleton require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Littleton requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Littleton?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Littleton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Littleton?

The closest waterfall to Littleton is Elk Falls, approximately 20.9 miles away.

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