Waterfall Hikes Near Red Cliff, CO

292 residents
Denver Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Red Cliff? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Red Cliff. 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 39.5092°N, -106.3699°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Red Cliff

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 9 gauged

2 of 8 waterfalls near Red Cliff are flowing strongly today

Agnes Vaille Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate Bedrock Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Moderate Whitnach Falls Roaring Snyder Falls Low Snake River Falls Roaring

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms · 70°F

Tod 78°F Partly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 76°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 70°F Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Fri 69°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 70°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 71°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 73°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Red Cliff

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Whitnach Falls Roaring · 650 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Snake River Falls Roaring · 32 cfs 94th percentile
  3. 3 Bedrock Falls Strong · 129 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Agnes Vaille Falls Moderate · 196 cfs 55th percentile
  5. 5 The Falls Moderate · 196 cfs 55th percentile
  6. 6 Elk Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 46th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Red Cliff (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Red Cliff (4 waterfalls)

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

Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

33.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

36.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Red Cliff

Snyder Falls waterfall

Snyder Falls

47 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

33.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bedrock Falls waterfall

Bedrock Falls

41.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Whitnach Falls

15 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

36.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spouting Rock waterfall

Spouting Rock

8 miles away
Colorado
Hard
1.2 miles 1,200 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

34.4 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Agnes Vaille Falls waterfall

Agnes Vaille Falls

9.8 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

9.8 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Red Cliff

Are there free waterfalls near Red Cliff?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Red Cliff, including Agnes Vaille Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Red Cliff?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Red Cliff, including Agnes Vaille Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Red Cliff?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Red Cliff, including Agnes Vaille Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Red Cliff?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Red Cliff, including Agnes Vaille Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Red Cliff?

The shortest waterfall hike near Red Cliff is Agnes Vaille Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Red Cliff?

The tallest waterfall near Red Cliff is Bridal Veil Falls at 365 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Red Cliff require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Red Cliff?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Red Cliff have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Red Cliff?

The closest waterfall to Red Cliff is Snyder Falls, approximately 24.6 miles away.

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