Waterfall Hikes Near Shaw Heights, CO

5,458 residents
Denver Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Shaw Heights? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Shaw Heights. 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 39.8566°N, -105.0391°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Shaw Heights

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 19 gauged

2 of 18 waterfalls near Shaw Heights are flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Low Calypso Cascades Strong Elk Falls Moderate Timberline Falls Roaring Snake River Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Patchy Smoke · 95°F

Aft 95°F Patchy Smoke Best
Wed 92°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 82°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 81°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 81°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Shaw Heights

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Timberline Falls Roaring · 21 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Calypso Cascades Strong · 43 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Missouri Falls Moderate · 57 cfs 73rd percentile
  4. 4 Snake River Falls Moderate · 28 cfs 64th percentile
  5. 5 Elk Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 46th percentile
  6. 6 Boulder Falls Low · 0 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Shaw Heights (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.

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

23.4 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

37.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Shaw Heights (6 waterfalls)

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

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

22.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

34.4 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Shaw Heights

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

22.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

23.4 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

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

Timberline Falls

36.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

37.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Calypso Cascades waterfall

Calypso Cascades

40.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.6 miles 700 ft
Ouzel Falls waterfall

Ouzel Falls

41.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
5.4 miles 950 ft
Lyric Falls waterfall

Lyric Falls

42.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mertensia Falls waterfall

Mertensia Falls

43.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Columbine Falls waterfall

Columbine Falls

41.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Thunder Falls waterfall

Thunder Falls

44.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Trio Falls waterfall

Trio Falls

42.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Fan Falls waterfall

Fan Falls

44.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Ribbon Falls waterfall

Ribbon Falls

46.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
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
Glacier Falls waterfall

Glacier Falls

45.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Alberta Falls waterfall

Alberta Falls

45.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

48 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

48.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Shaw Heights

Are there free waterfalls near Shaw Heights?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Shaw Heights, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Shaw Heights?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Shaw Heights, including Alberta Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Shaw Heights?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Shaw Heights, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Shaw Heights?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Shaw Heights, including Alberta Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Shaw Heights?

The shortest waterfall hike near Shaw Heights is Alberta Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Shaw Heights?

The tallest waterfall near Shaw Heights is Elk Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Shaw Heights require permits?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Shaw Heights require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Shaw Heights?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Shaw Heights have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Shaw Heights?

The closest waterfall to Shaw Heights is Missouri Falls, approximately 21.5 miles away.

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