Waterfall Hikes Near Littleton, CO

45,531 residents
Denver Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Littleton? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Littleton. 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 39.5915°N, -105.0188°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Littleton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Littleton have live flow data today

Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Barely Flowing Missouri Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Moderate Timberline Falls Moderate Snake River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 92°F

Wed 91°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 92°F Sunny Best
Fri 96°F Sunny
Ind 92°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 96°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Littleton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 67th percentile
  2. 2 Timberline Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 25th percentile
  3. 3 Snake River Falls Barely Flowing · 38 cfs 1st percentile
  4. 4 Boulder Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Elk Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Missouri Falls Barely Flowing · 105 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Littleton (1 waterfall)

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Littleton (5 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
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown

All 6 Waterfalls Near Littleton

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
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

40.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Littleton

Are there free waterfalls near Littleton?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Littleton, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Littleton?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Littleton, including Boulder Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Littleton?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Littleton, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Littleton?

There are 6 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 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Littleton?

The tallest waterfall near Littleton is Elk Falls at 75 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, 6 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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