Waterfall Hikes Near Placitas, NM
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Placitas? Luckily, there are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Placitas, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Placitas
Find waterfalls to hike near Placitas
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Placitas (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.
Jemez Falls
36.6 miles awayNew Mexico
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Nambe Falls
18.1 miles awayNew Mexico
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Placitas (3 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
Jemez Falls
36.6 miles awayNew Mexico
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Rio Quemado Falls
20.3 miles awayNew Mexico
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Placitas With Waterfalls
Lower Frijoles Falls
24.4 miles awayNew Mexico
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Upper Frijoles Falls
37.9 miles awayNew Mexico
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Jemez Falls
36.6 miles awayNew Mexico
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Chamisa Vega Spring Falls
52.6 miles awayNew Mexico
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Nambe Falls
18.1 miles awayNew Mexico
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Rio Quemado Falls
20.3 miles awayNew Mexico
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Pecos Falls
28.4 miles awayNew Mexico
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 6.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft