Waterfall Hikes Near Parker, CO
within 50 miles
Colorado Springs supplies most of what Parker's seven fall page offers, and dogs ride along on every trail listed. Helen Hunt Falls pours 35 feet practically at the road in North Cheyenne Canon, with Silver Cascade waiting 0.7 miles further up the path. Seven Falls stacks its 181 feet behind a short climb. Near Manitou Springs, Rainbow Falls takes half a mile. Anyone after a full day has Elk Falls, a hard twelve mile round trip at Staunton State Park gaining 1,500 feet, or Saint Marys Falls at 6.3.
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7 waterfalls near Parker have live flow data today
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Updated about 2 hours agoRanked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.
- 1 Elk Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 40th percentile
- 2 Missouri Falls Low · 39 cfs 13th percentile
- 3 Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing · 5 cfs 3rd percentile
- 4 Helen Hunt Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
- 5 Saint Marys Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
- 6 Seven Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Parker (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.
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Parker (7 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Parker
Are there free waterfalls near Parker?
There are 5 free waterfalls near Parker, including Helen Hunt Falls.
Are there easy waterfall hikes near Parker?
There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Parker, including Helen Hunt Falls.
Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Parker?
There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Parker, including Elk Falls.
Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Parker?
There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Parker, including Elk Falls.
What is the shortest waterfall hike near Parker?
The shortest waterfall hike near Parker is Elk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.
How tall are the waterfalls near Parker?
The tallest waterfall near Parker is Seven Falls at 181 feet.
Can I camp near the waterfalls around Parker?
Yes, 7 waterfalls near Parker have nearby campgrounds.
What is the closest waterfall to Parker?
The closest waterfall to Parker is Elk Falls, approximately 27.1 miles away.
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