Waterfall Hikes Near Steamboat Springs, CO

13,251 residents
Denver Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Fish Creek Falls carries the load for Steamboat Springs, 280 feet of water a short drive from downtown with a half mile round trip to see it, dogs welcome. June snowmelt is when it roars. Morgan Creek Falls runs two miles round trip and Big Creek Falls 4.8 with 600 feet of gain, both up in the Routt National Forest with dogs allowed. Bessies Falls is a tenth of a mile. Four falls total.

Located at 40.4777°N, -106.8243°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Steamboat Springs

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 4 gauged

2 of 3 waterfalls near Steamboat Springs are flowing strongly today

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 61°F

Fri 60°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sat 61°F Sunny Best
Sun 60°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 63°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 64°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 66°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 62°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Steamboat Springs

Updated 29 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Big Creek Falls Roaring · 67 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Morgan Creek Falls Roaring · 21 cfs 94th percentile
  3. 3 Fish Creek Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 65th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Steamboat Springs (2 waterfalls)

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

2.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.5 miles 150 ft
28.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.8 miles 600 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Steamboat Springs

2.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.5 miles 150 ft
19.4 miles away
Colorado
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
28.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.8 miles 600 ft
42.5 miles away
Colorado
Unknown
0.1 miles Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Steamboat Springs

Are there free waterfalls near Steamboat Springs?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Steamboat Springs, including Big Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Steamboat Springs?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Steamboat Springs, including Big Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Steamboat Springs?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Steamboat Springs, including Big Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Steamboat Springs?

The shortest waterfall hike near Steamboat Springs is Bessies Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Steamboat Springs?

The tallest waterfall near Steamboat Springs is Fish Creek Falls at 280 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Steamboat Springs?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Steamboat Springs have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Steamboat Springs?

The closest waterfall to Steamboat Springs is Fish Creek Falls, approximately 2.4 miles away.

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