Waterfall Hikes Near Sugarloaf, CO

501 residents
Denver Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sugarloaf? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sugarloaf. 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 40.0189°N, -105.4078°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sugarloaf

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 31 gauged

2 of 29 waterfalls near Sugarloaf are flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Calypso Cascades Moderate Chasm Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Moderate Fern Falls Barely Flowing Grace Falls Barely Flowing Granite Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Marguerite Falls Barely Flowing Thousand Falls Barely Flowing Missouri Falls Moderate Poudre Falls Barely Flowing Timberline Falls Strong Snake River Falls Roaring

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Patchy Smoke · 79°F

Tue 82°F Patchy Smoke
Wed 79°F Patchy Smoke Best
Thu 69°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 71°F Chance Rain Showers then Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 71°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 72°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 74°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Sugarloaf

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Snake River Falls Roaring · 32 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Timberline Falls Strong · 20 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Elk Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 42 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 Missouri Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 39th percentile
  6. 6 Boulder Falls Low · 0 cfs 24th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sugarloaf (7 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 Sugarloaf (10 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

All 31 Waterfalls Near Sugarloaf

Marguerite Falls waterfall

Marguerite Falls

44.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

44.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

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

Cascade Falls

In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 200 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

34.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Thousand Falls waterfall

Thousand Falls

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

Granite Falls

42.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

27 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Chasm Falls waterfall

Chasm Falls

In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

33.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Poudre Falls waterfall

Poudre Falls

47.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sugarloaf

Are there free waterfalls near Sugarloaf?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Sugarloaf, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sugarloaf?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Sugarloaf, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sugarloaf?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sugarloaf, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sugarloaf?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sugarloaf, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sugarloaf?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Sugarloaf?

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

Do any waterfalls near Sugarloaf require permits?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Sugarloaf require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sugarloaf?

Yes, 31 waterfalls near Sugarloaf have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sugarloaf?

The closest waterfall to Sugarloaf is Boulder Falls, approximately 0.7 miles away.

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