Waterfall Hikes Near Vail, CO

4,833 residents
Denver Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Vail? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Vail. These trails range from hard to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.6385°N, -106.3613°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Vail

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 8 gauged

1 of 7 waterfalls near Vail is flowing strongly today

Bedrock Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Strong Elk Falls Moderate Missouri Falls Low Whitnach Falls Low Snyder Falls Moderate Snake River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 75°F

Aft 75°F Sunny
Sun 76°F Sunny
Mon 71°F Sunny
Tue 73°F Sunny
Wed 75°F Sunny Best
Thu 80°F Sunny
Fri 82°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Vail

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bridal Veil Falls Strong · 1300 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Elk Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Bedrock Falls Moderate · 276 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Missouri Falls Moderate · 130 cfs 29th percentile
  5. 5 Snyder Falls Moderate · 19 cfs 26th percentile
  6. 6 Whitnach Falls Low · 410 cfs 24th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Vail (4 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
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

17.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Vail

Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

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

Snyder Falls

24.6 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bedrock Falls waterfall

Bedrock Falls

34.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

17.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spouting Rock waterfall

Spouting Rock

38.9 miles away
Colorado
Hard
1.2 miles 1,200 ft

Whitnach Falls

42.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Vail

Are there free waterfalls near Vail?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Vail, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Vail?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Vail, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Vail?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Vail, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Vail?

The shortest waterfall hike near Vail is Bedrock Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Vail?

The tallest waterfall near Vail is Bridal Veil Falls at 365 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Vail require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Vail?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Vail have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Vail?

The closest waterfall to Vail is Snake River Falls, approximately 20.4 miles away.

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