Waterfall Hikes Near Silverthorne, CO

4,550 residents
Denver Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Silverthorne? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Silverthorne. 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 39.6562°N, -106.0869°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Silverthorne

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 23 gauged

23 waterfalls near Silverthorne have live flow data today

Adams Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Copeland Falls Barely Flowing Fan Falls Barely Flowing Glacier Falls Barely Flowing Lyric Falls Barely Flowing Mertensia Falls Barely Flowing Ouzel Falls Barely Flowing Ribbon Falls Barely Flowing War Dance Falls Barely Flowing Trio Falls Barely Flowing Timberline Falls Barely Flowing Thunder Falls Barely Flowing Bedrock Falls Moderate Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Calypso Cascades Moderate Elk Falls Moderate Grace Falls Barely Flowing Granite Falls Barely Flowing Missouri Falls Low Timberline Falls Barely Flowing Snyder Falls Moderate Snake River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 75°F

Aft 76°F Sunny
Sun 79°F Sunny
Mon 75°F Sunny Best
Tue 77°F Sunny
Wed 78°F Sunny
Thu 83°F Sunny
Fri 86°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Silverthorne

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Elk Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 62nd percentile
  2. 2 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 53 cfs 59th percentile
  3. 3 Thunder Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Timberline Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Trio Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  6. 6 War Dance Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Silverthorne (4 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.

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 79 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

34 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Silverthorne (8 waterfalls)

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

Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

35.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

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

Elk Falls

18.3 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

All 23 Waterfalls Near Silverthorne

Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

22.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Grace Falls waterfall

Grace Falls

41.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glacier Falls waterfall

Glacier Falls

1.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Silverthorne

Are there free waterfalls near Silverthorne?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Silverthorne, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Silverthorne?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Silverthorne, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Silverthorne?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Silverthorne, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Silverthorne?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Silverthorne, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Silverthorne?

The shortest waterfall hike near Silverthorne is Adams Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Silverthorne?

The tallest waterfall near Silverthorne is Elk Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Silverthorne require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Silverthorne?

Yes, 23 waterfalls near Silverthorne have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Silverthorne?

The closest waterfall to Silverthorne is Snake River Falls, approximately 9.5 miles away.

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