Waterfall Hikes Near Santa Fe Foothills, NM

747 residents

Denver Time Zone

7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Santa Fe Foothills? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Santa Fe Foothills. 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 35.6279°N, -105.8980°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Santa Fe Foothills

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Water Flow

6 of 7 gauged

6 waterfalls near Santa Fe Foothills have live flow data today

Lower Frijoles Falls Moderate Upper Frijoles Falls Moderate Nambe Falls Barely Flowing

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Best Day to Hike

Today

Areas Of Smoke · 87°F

Tod 87°F Areas Of Smoke Best

Wed 86°F Patchy Smoke

Thu 81°F Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 79°F Isolated Rain Showers then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 81°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Santa Fe Foothills (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

New Mexico

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Santa Fe Foothills (3 waterfalls)

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

Rio Quemado Falls

New Mexico

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Pecos Falls

New Mexico

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Santa Fe Foothills

Nambe Falls

New Mexico

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Frijoles Falls

New Mexico

Moderate

3.0 miles 400 ft

Upper Frijoles Falls

New Mexico

Moderate

2.5 miles 400 ft

Rio Quemado Falls

New Mexico

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Pecos Falls

New Mexico

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Jemez Falls

New Mexico

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Chamisa Vega Spring Falls

35.4 miles away

New Mexico

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Santa Fe Foothills

Are there free waterfalls near Santa Fe Foothills?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Santa Fe Foothills, including Pecos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Santa Fe Foothills?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Santa Fe Foothills, including Jemez Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Santa Fe Foothills?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Santa Fe Foothills, including Jemez Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Santa Fe Foothills?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Santa Fe Foothills, including Jemez Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Santa Fe Foothills?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Santa Fe Foothills, including Nambe Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Santa Fe Foothills?

The shortest waterfall hike near Santa Fe Foothills is Chamisa Vega Spring Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Santa Fe Foothills?

The tallest waterfall near Santa Fe Foothills is Jemez Falls at 70 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Santa Fe Foothills require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Santa Fe Foothills?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Santa Fe Foothills have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Santa Fe Foothills?

The closest waterfall to Santa Fe Foothills is Nambe Falls, approximately 11 miles away.

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