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 Low Lower Disaster Falls Low Upper Disaster Falls Low Triplet Falls Low Merkley Drop Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 76°F

Aft 77°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 76°F Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Sunny
Wed 83°F Sunny
Thu 87°F Sunny
Fri 91°F Sunny
Ind 90°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Vernal

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Ashley Falls Low · 1380 cfs 20th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Disaster Falls Low · 346 cfs 16th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Disaster Falls Low · 346 cfs 16th percentile
  4. 4 Triplet Falls Low · 346 cfs 16th percentile
  5. 5 Merkley Drop Barely Flowing · 80 cfs 9th percentile

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All 5 Waterfalls Near Vernal

Merkley Drop

32.4 miles away
Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ashley Falls waterfall

Ashley Falls

13 miles away
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

33.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Disaster Falls waterfall

Upper Disaster Falls

33.6 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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