Waterfall Hikes Near Morrison, CO

393 residents
Denver Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Morrison? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Morrison. 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 39.6368°N, -105.2006°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Morrison

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

1 of 16 waterfalls near Morrison is flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Calypso Cascades Moderate Columbine Falls Barely Flowing Copeland Falls Barely Flowing Fan Falls Barely Flowing Lyric Falls Barely Flowing Mertensia Falls Barely Flowing Ouzel Falls Barely Flowing Ribbon Falls Barely Flowing Trio Falls Barely Flowing Thunder Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Moderate Missouri Falls Low Rainbow Falls Strong Timberline Falls Barely Flowing Snake River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 84°F Sunny
Sun 85°F Sunny
Mon 80°F Sunny Best
Tue 80°F Sunny
Wed 81°F Sunny
Thu 86°F Sunny
Fri 89°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Morrison

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Rainbow Falls Strong · 7 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Elk Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 53 cfs 59th percentile
  4. 4 Columbine Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Copeland Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  6. 6 Fan Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Morrison (2 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

14.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
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 Morrison (7 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

All 16 Waterfalls Near Morrison

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
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

40.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

22.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Calypso Cascades waterfall

Calypso Cascades

44.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.6 miles 700 ft
Ouzel Falls waterfall

Ouzel Falls

45 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
5.4 miles 950 ft
Lyric Falls waterfall

Lyric Falls

44.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mertensia Falls waterfall

Mertensia Falls

47.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Columbine Falls waterfall

Columbine Falls

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

Thunder Falls

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

Trio Falls

39.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Fan Falls waterfall

Fan Falls

48.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Ribbon Falls waterfall

Ribbon Falls

49.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Morrison

Are there free waterfalls near Morrison?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Morrison, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Morrison?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Morrison, including Boulder Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Morrison?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Morrison?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Morrison, including Boulder Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Morrison?

The shortest waterfall hike near Morrison is Boulder Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Morrison?

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

Do any waterfalls near Morrison require permits?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Morrison require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Morrison?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Morrison have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Morrison?

The closest waterfall to Morrison is Elk Falls, approximately 15.4 miles away.

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