Waterfall Hikes Near Oak Creek, CO

681 residents
Denver Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oak Creek? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oak Creek. 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 40.2741°N, -106.9575°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oak Creek

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 7 gauged

2 of 5 waterfalls near Oak Creek are flowing strongly today

Big Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Fish Creek Falls Roaring Morgan Creek Falls Barely Flowing South Fork Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 72°F

Thu 72°F Sunny Best
Fri 74°F Sunny
Sat 73°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 62°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 46°F Snow Showers Likely
Tue 54°F Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 64°F Sunny

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oak Creek (5 waterfalls)

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

Fish Creek Falls waterfall

Fish Creek Falls

33 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.5 miles 150 ft

Morgan Creek Falls

31.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
South Fork Falls waterfall

South Fork Falls

Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

43.8 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Oak Creek

Fish Creek Falls waterfall

Fish Creek Falls

33 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.5 miles 150 ft

Morgan Creek Falls

31.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Bessies Falls

28 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Fork Falls waterfall

South Fork Falls

Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Spouting Rock

Colorado
Hard
1.2 miles 1,200 ft
Big Creek Falls waterfall

Big Creek Falls

35.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.8 miles 600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oak Creek

Are there free waterfalls near Oak Creek?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Oak Creek, including Big Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oak Creek?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oak Creek, including Big Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oak Creek?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oak Creek, including Big Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oak Creek?

The shortest waterfall hike near Oak Creek is Bessies Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Oak Creek?

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

Do any waterfalls near Oak Creek require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oak Creek?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Oak Creek have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oak Creek?

The closest waterfall to Oak Creek is Fish Creek Falls, approximately 18.0 miles away.

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