Waterfall Hikes Near Minturn, CO

978 residents
Denver Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Minturn? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Minturn. These trails range from hard to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.5463°N, -106.3871°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Minturn

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 7 gauged

1 of 6 waterfalls near Minturn is flowing strongly today

Bedrock Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Strong Elk Falls Moderate Whitnach Falls Low Snyder Falls Moderate Snake River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 66°F

Aft 67°F Sunny
Sun 68°F Sunny
Mon 62°F Sunny
Tue 64°F Sunny
Wed 66°F Sunny Best
Thu 71°F Sunny
Fri 73°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Minturn

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bridal Veil Falls Strong · 1300 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Elk Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Bedrock Falls Moderate · 276 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Snyder Falls Moderate · 19 cfs 26th percentile
  5. 5 Whitnach Falls Low · 410 cfs 24th percentile
  6. 6 Snake River Falls Barely Flowing · 48 cfs 7th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Minturn (3 waterfalls)

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

Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

35.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

17.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Minturn

Snyder Falls waterfall

Snyder Falls

24.6 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

35.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bedrock Falls waterfall

Bedrock Falls

34.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Whitnach Falls

42.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

17.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spouting Rock waterfall

Spouting Rock

38.9 miles away
Colorado
Hard
1.2 miles 1,200 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

18.3 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Minturn

Are there free waterfalls near Minturn?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Minturn, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Minturn?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Minturn, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Minturn?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Minturn, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Minturn?

The shortest waterfall hike near Minturn is Bedrock Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Minturn?

The tallest waterfall near Minturn is Bridal Veil Falls at 365 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Minturn require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Minturn?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Minturn have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Minturn?

The closest waterfall to Minturn is Snyder Falls, approximately 25.7 miles away.

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