Waterfall Hikes Near Peña Blanca, NM

688 residents
Denver Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Peña Blanca? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Peña Blanca. 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 35.5709°N, -106.3319°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Peña Blanca

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 7 gauged

6 waterfalls near Peña Blanca have live flow data today

Chamisa Vega Spring Falls Moderate Jemez Falls Moderate Lower Frijoles Falls Low Upper Frijoles Falls Low Nambe Falls Low Petrero Waterfall Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 100°F

Wed 101°F Sunny then Patchy Smoke
Thu 100°F Sunny Best
Fri 99°F Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 97°F Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 97°F Sunny
Tue 95°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Peña Blanca

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Chamisa Vega Spring Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 37th percentile
  2. 2 Jemez Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 37th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Frijoles Falls Low · 238 cfs 19th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Frijoles Falls Low · 238 cfs 19th percentile
  5. 5 Petrero Waterfall Low · 3 cfs 12th percentile
  6. 6 Nambe Falls Low · 2 cfs 11th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Peña Blanca (1 waterfall)

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.

Jemez Falls waterfall

Jemez Falls

New Mexico
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Peña Blanca

Lower Frijoles Falls waterfall

Lower Frijoles Falls

New Mexico
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Upper Frijoles Falls waterfall

Upper Frijoles Falls

New Mexico
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Jemez Falls waterfall

Jemez Falls

New Mexico
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Chamisa Vega Spring Falls

35.4 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nambe Falls waterfall

Nambe Falls

New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Petrero Waterfall waterfall

Petrero Waterfall

New Mexico
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Rio Quemado Falls

New Mexico
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Peña Blanca

Are there free waterfalls near Peña Blanca?

There is 1 free waterfall near Peña Blanca, including Rio Quemado Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Peña Blanca?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Peña Blanca, including Jemez Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Peña Blanca?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Peña Blanca, including Jemez Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Peña Blanca?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Peña Blanca, including Jemez Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Peña Blanca?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Peña Blanca, including Nambe Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Peña Blanca?

The shortest waterfall hike near Peña Blanca is Chamisa Vega Spring Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Peña Blanca?

The tallest waterfall near Peña Blanca is Jemez Falls at 70 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Peña Blanca require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Peña Blanca?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Peña Blanca have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Peña Blanca?

The closest waterfall to Peña Blanca is Lower Frijoles Falls, approximately 12.4 miles away.

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23.8 mi 70°F

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