Waterfall Hikes Near Valmont, CO

81 residents
Denver Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Valmont? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Valmont. 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 40.0341°N, -105.2058°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Valmont

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

28 of 30 gauged

28 waterfalls near Valmont have live flow data today

Adams Falls Barely Flowing Alberta Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Columbine 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 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 Low Timberline Falls Barely Flowing Snake River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 23 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 88°F

Aft 94°F Sunny
Sun 93°F Sunny
Mon 88°F Sunny
Tue 87°F Sunny
Wed 88°F Sunny Best
Thu 94°F Sunny
Fri 98°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Valmont

Updated about 1 hour 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 Mertensia Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Ouzel Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Lyric Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile
  6. 6 Ribbon Falls Moderate · 116 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Valmont (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

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

Copeland Falls

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Valmont (9 waterfalls)

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

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

1.6 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Valmont

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

14.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

40.1 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
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

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

Calypso Cascades

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

Ouzel Falls

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

Lyric Falls

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

Mertensia Falls

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

Columbine Falls

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

Thunder Falls

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

Trio Falls

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

Fan Falls

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

Ribbon Falls

49.9 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
Alberta Falls waterfall

Alberta Falls

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

Timberline Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

41.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grace Falls waterfall

Grace Falls

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

War Dance Falls

33.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
12.0 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 Valmont

Are there free waterfalls near Valmont?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Valmont, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Valmont?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Valmont?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Valmont, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Valmont?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Valmont, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Valmont?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Valmont?

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

Do any waterfalls near Valmont require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Valmont?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Valmont have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Valmont?

The closest waterfall to Valmont is Boulder Falls, approximately 9.8 miles away.

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