Waterfall Hikes Near Rifle, CO

10,420 residents
Denver Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rifle? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rifle. 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 39.5362°N, -107.7729°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rifle

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 10 gauged

1 of 8 waterfalls near Rifle is flowing strongly today

Bridal Veil Falls Roaring East Fork Falls Moderate East Middle Fork Falls Moderate West Fork Falls Moderate Hayes Creek Falls Moderate Rifle Falls Moderate Whitnach Falls Moderate South Fork Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 88°F

Aft 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 88°F Sunny Best
Sun 88°F Sunny
Mon 82°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Sunny
Wed 90°F Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Rifle

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bridal Veil Falls Roaring · 1360 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Rifle Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 67th percentile
  3. 3 Whitnach Falls Moderate · 469 cfs 55th percentile
  4. 4 South Fork Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 East Fork Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 38th percentile
  6. 6 East Middle Fork Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 38th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rifle (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.

Rifle Falls waterfall

Rifle Falls

39.5 miles away
Colorado
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rifle (7 waterfalls)

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

East Fork Falls waterfall

East Fork Falls

44.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

East Middle Fork Falls

24.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
West Fork Falls waterfall

West Fork Falls

29.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

17.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Rifle

Rifle Falls waterfall

Rifle Falls

39.5 miles away
Colorado
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
East Fork Falls waterfall

East Fork Falls

44.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

East Middle Fork Falls

24.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
West Fork Falls waterfall

West Fork Falls

29.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Spouting Rock

38.9 miles away
Colorado
Hard
1.2 miles 1,200 ft
South Fork Falls waterfall

South Fork Falls

35.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Whitnach Falls

42.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hayes Creek Falls waterfall

Hayes Creek Falls

47.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bessies Falls

41 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rifle

Are there free waterfalls near Rifle?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Rifle, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rifle?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Rifle, including Rifle Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rifle?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rifle, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rifle?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rifle, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rifle?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rifle is Bessies Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Rifle?

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

Do any waterfalls near Rifle require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rifle?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Rifle have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rifle?

The closest waterfall to Rifle is Rifle Falls, approximately 10.1 miles away.

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