Waterfall Hikes Near Vernal, UT

10,141 residents

Denver Time Zone

5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Vernal? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Vernal. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.4517°N, -109.5378°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Vernal

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Vernal have live flow data today

Ashley Falls Moderate Lower Disaster Falls Moderate Upper Disaster Falls Moderate Triplet Falls Moderate Merkley Drop Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Tod 90°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Thu 92°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 92°F Mostly Sunny Best

Sat 87°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 85°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 84°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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All 5 Waterfalls Near Vernal

Merkley Drop

Utah

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Ashley Falls waterfall

Ashley Falls

Utah

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Triplet Falls waterfall

Triplet Falls

35.1 miles away

Colorado

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Disaster Falls waterfall

Lower Disaster Falls

2.6 miles away

Colorado

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Upper Disaster Falls waterfall

Upper Disaster Falls

2.9 miles away

Colorado

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Vernal

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Vernal?

The shortest waterfall hike near Vernal is Ashley Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Vernal require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Vernal require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Vernal?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Vernal have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Vernal?

The closest waterfall to Vernal is Merkley Drop, approximately 16.9 miles away.

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