Waterfall Hikes Near San Luis, NM

165 residents
Denver Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near San Luis? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of San Luis. 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 35.7009°N, -107.0431°W

Map of Waterfalls Near San Luis

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near San Luis have live flow data today

Chamisa Vega Spring Falls Moderate Jemez Falls Moderate Lower Frijoles Falls Barely Flowing Upper Frijoles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 77°F

Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Thu 81°F Sunny
Fri 82°F Sunny
Sat 84°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Sunny
Mon 77°F Sunny Best
Tue 78°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near San Luis (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.

Jemez Falls waterfall

Jemez Falls

48.8 miles away
New Mexico
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near San Luis

Chamisa Vega Spring Falls

41.1 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jemez Falls waterfall

Jemez Falls

48.8 miles away
New Mexico
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Lower Frijoles Falls waterfall

Lower Frijoles Falls

19.2 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Upper Frijoles Falls waterfall

Upper Frijoles Falls

34 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near San Luis

Are there easy waterfall hikes near San Luis?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near San Luis, including Jemez Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in San Luis?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near San Luis, including Jemez Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near San Luis?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near San Luis, including Jemez Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near San Luis?

The shortest waterfall hike near San Luis is Chamisa Vega Spring Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near San Luis?

The tallest waterfall near San Luis is Jemez Falls at 70 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around San Luis?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near San Luis have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to San Luis?

The closest waterfall to San Luis is Chamisa Vega Spring Falls, approximately 5.5 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near San Luis, New Mexico

Warm Springs

9.2 mi 129°F

Warm Springs on Zia Pueblo tribal land reaches 129 degrees Fahrenheit — 75 degrees above ambient air temperature — indicating a...

Phillips Springs

12.6 mi 70°F

Phillips Springs emerges at 70°F on Zia Pueblo tribal land in Sandoval County at 6,000 feet elevation. The water runs 16°F abov...
San Ysidro Hot Springs

San Ysidro Hot Springs

15.9 mi 85°F

San Ysidro Hot Springs delivers 85°F thermal water with remarkably high sodium (3,000 mg/L) and chloride (2,400 mg/L) concentra...

San Ysidro Warm Springs

16.6 mi 68°F

San Ysidro Warm Springs produces 68°F water on BLM land in Sandoval County, running roughly 13°F above the local annual average...

Indian Springs

17.6 mi 123°F

Indian Springs discharges at 123 degrees Fahrenheit on Jemez Pueblo tribal land in Sandoval County, New Mexico, soaring 67.4 de...
Jemez Springs

Jemez Springs

18.4 mi 169°F

Jemez Springs reaches 169 degrees Fahrenheit, one of New Mexico's hottest thermal discharges, with USGS measurements confirming...

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