Waterfall Hikes Near Mead, CO

5,110 residents
Denver Time Zone
28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mead? There are 28 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mead. 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 40.2318°N, -104.9911°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mead

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 28 gauged

26 waterfalls near Mead 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 Barely Flowing Fern Falls Barely Flowing Grace Falls Barely Flowing Granite Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Marguerite Falls Barely Flowing Thousand Falls Barely Flowing Missouri Falls Low Timberline Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 94°F Sunny
Sun 93°F Sunny
Mon 89°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Sunny
Wed 90°F Sunny Best
Thu 95°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Mead

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 53 cfs 59th percentile
  2. 2 Mertensia Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  3. 3 Ouzel Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Lyric Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Ribbon Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  6. 6 War Dance Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mead (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.

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 Mead (7 waterfalls)

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

Thunder Falls waterfall

Thunder Falls

48 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Mead

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

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

Cascade Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Thousand Falls

36.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
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
Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

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

Chasm Falls

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

Missouri Falls

1.6 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mead

Are there free waterfalls near Mead?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mead?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mead?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mead?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mead?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Mead?

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

Do any waterfalls near Mead require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mead?

Yes, 28 waterfalls near Mead have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mead?

The closest waterfall to Mead is Copeland Falls, approximately 25.7 miles away.

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