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

5 waterfalls near Oak Creek have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 77°F

Wed 77°F Sunny Best
Thu 80°F Areas Of Smoke
Fri 82°F Sunny
Ind 82°F Sunny
Sun 85°F Sunny
Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Oak Creek

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Big Creek Falls Moderate · 163 cfs 43rd percentile
  2. 2 South Fork Falls Low · 2 cfs 19th percentile
  3. 3 Fish Creek Falls Low · 22 cfs 17th percentile
  4. 4 Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing · 1070 cfs 3rd percentile
  5. 5 Morgan Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 2nd percentile

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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

21.8 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.5 miles 150 ft

Morgan Creek Falls

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

South Fork Falls

35.9 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 Oak Creek

Fish Creek Falls waterfall

Fish Creek Falls

21.8 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.5 miles 150 ft

Morgan Creek Falls

43 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Bessies Falls

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

South Fork Falls

35.9 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
Spouting Rock waterfall

Spouting Rock

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

Big Creek Falls

48.4 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 miles away.

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