Waterfall Hikes Near Ponderosa Park, CO

3,577 residents
Denver Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ponderosa Park? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ponderosa Park. 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 39.3987°N, -104.6355°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ponderosa Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

1 of 6 waterfalls near Ponderosa Park is flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 85°F

Aft 87°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 88°F Sunny
Mon 86°F Sunny
Tue 84°F Sunny
Wed 85°F Sunny Best
Thu 90°F Sunny
Fri 93°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Ponderosa Park

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 Ponderosa Park (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.

Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

4.9 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

4.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ponderosa Park (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
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

18.3 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Seven Falls waterfall

Seven Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft
Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

5.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Ponderosa Park

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

18.3 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Seven Falls waterfall

Seven Falls

6.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft
Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

4.9 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

4.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft
Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

5.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ponderosa Park

Are there free waterfalls near Ponderosa Park?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Ponderosa Park, including Helen Hunt Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ponderosa Park?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Ponderosa Park, including Helen Hunt Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ponderosa Park?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ponderosa Park, including Elk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ponderosa Park?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ponderosa Park, including Elk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ponderosa Park?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ponderosa Park is Elk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ponderosa Park?

The tallest waterfall near Ponderosa Park is Seven Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ponderosa Park?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Ponderosa Park have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ponderosa Park?

The closest waterfall to Ponderosa Park is Rainbow Falls, approximately 38.1 miles away.

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