Waterfall Hikes Near Pierce, CO

1,018 residents
Denver Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pierce? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pierce. 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 40.6411°N, -104.7701°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pierce

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 6 gauged

3 of 4 waterfalls near Pierce are flowing strongly today

Chasm Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Strong Thousand Falls Strong Poudre Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Wed 93°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 83°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 82°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 81°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Pierce

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Poudre Falls Roaring · 34 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Horseshoe Falls Strong · 17 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Thousand Falls Strong · 17 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Chasm Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pierce (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.

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

34.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Chasm Falls waterfall

Chasm Falls

In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pierce (2 waterfalls)

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

Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

27 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Poudre Falls waterfall

Poudre Falls

47.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Pierce

Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

27 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

48.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Poudre Falls waterfall

Poudre Falls

47.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

34.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Thousand Falls waterfall

Thousand Falls

41.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chasm Falls waterfall

Chasm Falls

In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pierce

Are there free waterfalls near Pierce?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Pierce, including Lost Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pierce?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Pierce, including Chasm Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pierce?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pierce, including Lost Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pierce?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pierce, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pierce?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pierce is Bridal Veil Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Pierce require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Pierce require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pierce?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Pierce have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pierce?

The closest waterfall to Pierce is Lost Falls, approximately 40.4 miles away.

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