Waterfall Hikes Near Montezuma, CO

118 residents
Denver Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Montezuma? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Montezuma. 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 39.5814°N, -105.8678°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Montezuma

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 26 gauged

26 waterfalls near Montezuma 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 Elk Falls Moderate Fern Falls Barely Flowing Grace Falls Barely Flowing Granite Falls Barely Flowing Marguerite Falls Barely Flowing Missouri Falls Low Timberline Falls Barely Flowing Snyder Falls Moderate Snake River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 63°F

Aft 63°F Sunny
Sun 62°F Sunny
Mon 57°F Sunny
Tue 58°F Sunny
Wed 59°F Sunny
Thu 63°F Sunny Best
Fri 66°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Montezuma

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Elk Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 62nd percentile
  2. 2 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 53 cfs 59th percentile
  3. 3 Thunder Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Timberline Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Trio Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  6. 6 War Dance Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Montezuma (5 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.

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Montezuma (8 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
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

All 26 Waterfalls Near Montezuma

Glacier Falls waterfall

Glacier Falls

1.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Columbine Falls waterfall

Columbine Falls

47.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alberta Falls waterfall

Alberta Falls

38.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Marguerite Falls waterfall

Marguerite Falls

33.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

33.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snyder Falls waterfall

Snyder Falls

24.6 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Montezuma

Are there free waterfalls near Montezuma?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Montezuma?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Montezuma, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Montezuma?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Montezuma, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Montezuma?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Montezuma, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Montezuma?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Montezuma?

The tallest waterfall near Montezuma is Elk Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Montezuma require permits?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Montezuma require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Montezuma?

Yes, 26 waterfalls near Montezuma have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Montezuma?

The closest waterfall to Montezuma is Snake River Falls, approximately 3.5 miles away.

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