Waterfall Hikes Near Palmer Lake, CO

2,642 residents
Denver Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Palmer Lake? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Palmer Lake. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.1153°N, -104.9060°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Palmer Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

1 of 6 waterfalls near Palmer Lake is flowing strongly today

Elk Falls Moderate Helen Hunt Falls Moderate Saint Marys Falls Moderate Seven Falls Moderate Silver Cascade Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Strong

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 83°F

Aft 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 86°F Sunny
Mon 83°F Sunny
Tue 83°F Sunny
Wed 83°F Sunny Best
Thu 88°F Sunny
Fri 91°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Palmer Lake

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rainbow Falls Strong · 7 cfs 82nd percentile
  2. 2 Elk Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Helen Hunt Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Saint Marys Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Seven Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Cascade Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Palmer Lake (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.

Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

4.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft
Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

4.9 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Palmer Lake (6 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

5.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Seven Falls waterfall

Seven Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

18.3 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Palmer Lake

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

4.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft
Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

4.9 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

5.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Seven Falls waterfall

Seven Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

18.3 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Palmer Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Palmer Lake?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Palmer Lake, including Helen Hunt Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Palmer Lake?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Palmer Lake, including Helen Hunt Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Palmer Lake?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Palmer Lake, including Elk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Palmer Lake?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Palmer Lake, including Elk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Palmer Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Palmer Lake is Elk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Palmer Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Palmer Lake is Seven Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Palmer Lake?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Palmer Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Palmer Lake?

The closest waterfall to Palmer Lake is Rainbow Falls, approximately 12.8 miles away.

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