Waterfall Hikes Near Salt Lake City, UT

1,173,879 residents
Denver Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Nine falls ring Salt Lake City, and the Cottonwood canyons hold the near ones. A tenth of a mile reaches Hidden Falls. Doughnut Falls, the one every family knows, sits a mile and a half up Big Cottonwood where the creek punches through its rock hole. Provo Canyon has the giant: Bridal Veil Falls plunges 607 feet, and the walk in is a gentle 1.3 miles on pavement, dog friendly. Scout Falls in American Fork Canyon takes 4.4 miles with 820 feet of climbing. Stewarts Cascades stretch 200 feet down the mountainside.

Located at 40.7776°N, -111.9311°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Salt Lake City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near Salt Lake City have live flow data today

Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Scout Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Stewarts Cascades Barely Flowing Doughnut Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Moderate Provo River Falls Barely Flowing Smooth Rock Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 93°F

Tue 93°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 95°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 99°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 98°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 92°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Salt Lake City

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Hidden Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 65th percentile
  2. 2 Doughnut Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 36th percentile
  3. 3 Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 2nd percentile
  4. 4 Scout Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 2nd percentile
  5. 5 Upper Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 2nd percentile
  6. 6 Stewarts Cascades Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 2nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Salt Lake City (3 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.

Lisa Falls waterfall

Lisa Falls

24.9 miles away
Utah
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft
Doughnut Falls waterfall

Doughnut Falls

21.2 miles away
Utah
Easy
1.5 miles 150 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

37.7 miles away
Utah
Easy
1.3 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Salt Lake City (6 waterfalls)

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

Scout Falls waterfall

Scout Falls

32.2 miles away
Utah
Moderate
4.4 miles 820 ft
Stewarts Cascades waterfall

Stewarts Cascades

35.2 miles away
Utah
Moderate
3.5 miles 650 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Salt Lake City

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

21.7 miles away
Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lisa Falls waterfall

Lisa Falls

24.9 miles away
Utah
Easy
0.3 miles 100 ft
Doughnut Falls waterfall

Doughnut Falls

21.2 miles away
Utah
Easy
1.5 miles 150 ft
Scout Falls waterfall

Scout Falls

32.2 miles away
Utah
Moderate
4.4 miles 820 ft
Stewarts Cascades waterfall

Stewarts Cascades

35.2 miles away
Utah
Moderate
3.5 miles 650 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

37.7 miles away
Utah
Easy
1.3 miles 200 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

37.9 miles away
Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Provo River Falls waterfall

Provo River Falls

47.6 miles away
Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Smooth Rock Falls waterfall

Smooth Rock Falls

49.7 miles away
Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Salt Lake City

Are there free waterfalls near Salt Lake City?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Salt Lake City, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Salt Lake City?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Salt Lake City, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Salt Lake City?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Salt Lake City, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Salt Lake City?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Salt Lake City, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Salt Lake City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Salt Lake City is Bridal Veil Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Salt Lake City?

The tallest waterfall near Salt Lake City is Bridal Veil Falls at 607 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Salt Lake City?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Salt Lake City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Salt Lake City?

The closest waterfall to Salt Lake City is Hidden Falls, approximately 15.7 miles away.

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